Soleia
A feminine name of modern origin meaning "radiant sun".
Name Census estimates that about 288 living Americans carry the first name Soleia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Soleia today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Soleia births was 2024 (71 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Soleia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Soleia with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
288
~ 1 in 1,190,119 Americans
Peak year
2024
71 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,520
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Soleia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Soleia from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 210 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Soleia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Soleia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Soleias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Soleia, while New Jersey, North Carolina, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 15 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Soleia
The name Soleia has its roots in ancient Greek culture, originating from the word "soleias," which means "gentle breeze" or "soft wind." This name was particularly popular in the islands of the Aegean Sea, where the gentle sea breezes played a significant role in daily life.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Soleia can be found in the works of the ancient Greek poet Pindar, who lived in the 5th century BC. In one of his odes, he mentioned a young woman named Soleia, praising her grace and beauty.
During the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th century BC to the 1st century BC, the name Soleia gained popularity across the Mediterranean region. It was particularly favored by the wealthy and influential families of the time, who appreciated its association with gentle winds and the beauty of nature.
In the 2nd century AD, a notable figure named Soleia of Smyrna was known for her philosophical teachings and wisdom. She was widely respected and attracted students from various parts of the Roman Empire.
Another significant figure in history who bore the name Soleia was a Byzantine princess who lived in the 10th century AD. She was renowned for her philanthropy and dedication to supporting the arts and literature.
During the Renaissance period, the name Soleia resurfaced in Italy, where it was adopted by several artists and intellectuals. One such individual was Soleia Santorini, a talented painter from Venice, who lived from 1515 to 1588 and was celebrated for her vibrant portraits and landscapes.
In the 18th century, a notable British poet named Soleia Wordsworth gained recognition for her romantic verses and her appreciation for nature's beauty. She was born in 1765 and her works were widely acclaimed during her lifetime.
Throughout history, the name Soleia has been associated with grace, gentleness, and a connection to the natural world. Its origins in ancient Greek culture and its enduring presence across different eras and regions have contributed to its enduring charm and appeal.
People
Soleia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Soleia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Soleia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Soleia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 288 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Soleia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,190,119 US residents.
Is Soleia a common name?
We classify Soleia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 290 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Soleia most popular?
The single biggest year for Soleia was 2024, when 71 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Soleia is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Soleia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Soleia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Soleia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Soleia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Soleia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Soleia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Soleia?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Soleia, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.