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Solstice

Pronunciation: [ s-AWLST-ihs ]

Boy Name #8,209 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Solstice is a boy name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-AWLST-ihs.

Parents who love the name Solstice often also consider Rza, Akito, Arwyn .

Popularity Over Time

#8,209
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#8,209
Total SSA Count
10

Nicknames

Sol Soy Solie Solsie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Solstice

Is Solstice a boy or girl name?
Solstice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #8209. As a girl name, it is ranked #6722. Solstice is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Solstice?
Solstice is pronounced s-AWLST-ihs.
How popular is the name Solstice?
Solstice is currently ranked #8209 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Solstice?
Common nicknames for Solstice include Sol, Soy, Solie, and Solsie.
Is Solstice a common or rare name?
Solstice is an uncommon name, ranked #8209 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Solstice

Solstice is a boy name .

Is Solstice a boy or girl name? Solstice is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #8,209 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,722. Solstice is more commonly used as a girl name.

Solstice is currently ranked #8,209 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Solstice include Sol, Soy, Solie, and Solsie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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