Sol Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsahl / sɔlLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: sun; Spanish: sun
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sol has roots in Latin, where it means 'sun.' In Spanish-speaking cultures, it is commonly used as a given name and is associated with warmth and brightness. The name has also been used in various mythologies, often symbolizing light and life. Its simplicity and positive connotations have contributed to its appeal across different cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Sol has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Solly
International Variants
- Sol (Spanish)
- Soleil (French)
- Sole (Italian)
Famous people named Sol
Sol Campbell is a former English professional footballer known for his successful career with clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.
Fictional characters named Sol
Sol is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy XIV,' serving as a powerful entity within the game's lore.
Sol Badguy is a character in the 'Guilty Gear' video game series, known for his rebellious nature and combat skills.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sol was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sol has ranked as high as #578 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Sol has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sol (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 32 | |
| NY | 18 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 15 |
| 1882 | 20 |
| 1883 | 16 |
| 1884 | 19 |
| 1885 | 26 |
| 1886 | 14 |
| 1887 | 14 |
| 1888 | 14 |
| 1889 | 21 |
| 1890 | 14 |
| 1891 | 14 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 16 |
| 1894 | 22 |
| 1895 | 24 |
| 1896 | 25 |
| 1897 | 26 |
| 1898 | 17 |
| 1899 | 18 |
| 1900 | 28 |
| 1901 | 27 |
| 1902 | 34 |
| 1903 | 32 |
| 1904 | 26 |
| 1905 | 29 |
| 1906 | 28 |
| 1907 | 37 |
| 1908 | 44 |
| 1909 | 53 |
| 1910 | 73 |
| 1911 | 78 |
| 1912 | 169 |
| 1913 | 218 |
| 1914 | 251 |
| 1915 | 272 |
| 1916 | 254 |
| 1917 | 298 |
| 1918 | 321 |
| 1919 | 228 |
| 1920 | 246 |
| 1921 | 245 |
| 1922 | 230 |
| 1923 | 259 |
| 1924 | 198 |
| 1925 | 181 |
| 1926 | 166 |
| 1927 | 168 |
| 1928 | 141 |
| 1929 | 111 |
| 1930 | 97 |
| 1931 | 74 |
| 1932 | 65 |
| 1933 | 46 |
| 1934 | 47 |
| 1935 | 43 |
| 1936 | 44 |
| 1937 | 40 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 36 |
| 1940 | 26 |
| 1941 | 27 |
| 1942 | 23 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 25 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 28 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 28 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 50 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 69 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 80 |
| 2021 | 138 |
| 2022 | 175 |
| 2023 | 149 |
| 2024 | 186 |