Soleil is a French given name meaning "sun" in English. It is often used as a feminine name, although it can also be used for males. The name has gained popularity worldwide due to its unique sound and sunny connotation. In France, Soleil is considered a relatively common name, but it remains quite rare elsewhere. Some famous individuals with the first name Soleil include French singer-songwriter and actress Soli (Soleil) Mahy and American actress Soleil Moon Frye.
The name Soleil has seen consistent popularity over the past four years, with five births each year from 2019 to 2021, and a slight increase to six births in 2022. In total, there have been 21 babies named Soleil born between 2019 and 2022.