Soleil
Soleil is a girl name of French origin meaning “Sun”, pronounced soh-LAY. It ranked #758 in the United States in 2025, given to 358 babies, and peaked at #758 in 2025. Common nicknames: Sol, Lele.
How popular is Soleil in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Soleil mean, and where does it come from?
Soleil is the French word for the sun, from the Latin soliculus, "little sun." As a given name it is almost entirely American, and its visibility owes a good deal to the actress Soleil Moon Frye, who played Punky Brewster in the 1980s — the records show the name arriving in 1981, the year of her first television work. It entered the top thousand in 2021 and reached its highest position in 2025, rising with Sol, Celeste and the rest of the light names.
How is Soleil used around the world?
Soleil is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Soleil?
Famous People Named Soleil
- Soleil Moon Frye — American actress and director
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Soleil mean?
Soleil is a girl name of French origin meaning "Sun." Soleil is the French word for the sun, from the Latin soliculus, "little sun." As a given name it is almost entirely American, and its visibility owes a good deal to the actress Soleil Moon Frye, who played Punky Brewster in the 1980s — the records show the name arriving in 1981, the year of her first television work.
How do you pronounce Soleil?
Soleil is pronounced soh-LAY. Common variations include Sol, Solene, Soleille.
Is Soleil a girl name?
Yes, Soleil is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Sol, Lele.