Soliel is of French origin and means "sun" in English. It's a unisex name, popular among parents who wish to evoke warmth, brightness, and positivity. The name was brought into prominence by the character Soliel Moon Frye from the American television series "Punky Brewster". It can be spelled variously as Soliel, Soleil, Soleile, or even Solay.
The name Soleil has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 12 births in 2023, marking it as more recent and potentially rising trend among parents' choices.