Find out how popular the first name Soliana has been for the last 24 years (from 2001 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Soliana by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Soliana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 46 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Soliana.

The history of the first name Soliana

The name Soliana is believed to have its origins in the ancient Etruscan language, spoken by the Etruscan civilization that flourished in what is now modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BCE. The name is thought to be derived from the Etruscan word "soli," meaning "sun," and the suffix "-ana," which was a common ending used to form personal names.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Soliana can be found in a collection of Etruscan inscriptions dating back to the 5th century BCE. These inscriptions were discovered in the ancient Etruscan city of Cerveteri and provide a glimpse into the naming practices of this ancient culture.

In the Middle Ages, the name Soliana was occasionally used in Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria, where Etruscan cultural influences were strongest. One notable bearer of the name from this period was Soliana dei Conti di Montefalco, a 12th-century noblewoman from the town of Montefalco in Umbria.

During the Renaissance, the name gained some popularity among Italian humanists and scholars who were fascinated by the Etruscan culture and language. One of the most famous bearers of the name from this period was Soliana Cartari, a 16th-century Italian scholar and author who wrote extensively about Etruscan mythology and history.

In the 19th century, the name Soliana experienced a minor revival in Italy, particularly among families with a connection to the Etruscan regions. One notable bearer of the name from this period was Soliana Aldobrandini, an Italian noblewoman and philanthropist born in 1824 in Florence.

Another notable bearer of the name Soliana was Soliana Lanzoni, an Italian opera singer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was born in 1868 in Bologna and enjoyed a successful career as a soprano, performing in operas across Europe.

While the name Soliana has remained relatively rare throughout history, it has maintained a connection to its Etruscan roots and has been carried by various individuals across different eras, reflecting the enduring fascination with this ancient civilization and its language.

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