Solstice Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOL-stiss / /ˈsɒl.stɪs/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'solstice'; English: 'the time when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky'
Historical & Cultural Background
The term 'solstice' originates from the Latin 'solstitium', which means 'sun stands still'. It refers to the two times in the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator. The summer solstice occurs around June 21, while the winter solstice occurs around December 21. These events have been celebrated in various cultures throughout history, often marking the changing of seasons.
Trend Summary
The name Solstice has not been widely used in the United States and remains quite rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Solstice was first seen in the United States in 2018. Solstice has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Solstice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2022 | 10 |