Solstice

Pronunciation: [ s-AWLST-ihs ]

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

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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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 Akito, Ohtli, Arwyn .

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Historical Record

Solstice first appeared in US Social Security records in 2018.

Over 16 babies have been named Solstice in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Solstice is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #8,209 for boy names in the US .

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

Nicknames

Sol Sols Solsy Solsie Solst Solsty Solstie Ice Icey Soy Soie Solkins

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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, Sols, Solsy, Solsie, Solst, Solsty, Solstie, Ice, Icey, Soy, Soie, and Solkins.
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.
What boy names are similar to Solstice?
Solstice pairs well with Akito, Ohtli, Arwyn, Rza in style and sound.

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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, Sols, Solsy, Solsie, Solst, Solsty, Solstie, Ice, Icey, Soy, Soie, and Solkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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