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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Comfort, consolation
- Origin
- Latin (via Old French 'solas')
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- SAH-lis
Solace is a gender-neutral name meaning comfort or consolation, tracing back to Latin by way of the Old French word 'solas.' It's pronounced SAH-lis. For parents drawn to a name whose meaning is stated plainly rather than hidden in etymology, Solace offers exactly that.
Meaning & Origin of Solace
Meaning: Comfort, consolation.
Origin: Latin (via Old French 'solas').
How to Pronounce Solace
SAH-lisIPA /ˈsɑːlɪs/
Popularity of Solace
Solace hit its highest point on the SSA charts in 2023, ranking #5216 with 19 babies given the name, then dropped to #6399 in 2024 with 14 babies — still a rare choice across the full 1999-2024 record.
Names Like Solace
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FAQ
What does the name Solace mean?
Comfort, consolation.
How do you pronounce Solace?
Solace is pronounced SAH-lis (IPA: /ˈsɑːlɪs/).
Is Solace a popular name right now?
Solace peaked at #5216 in 2023 and is ranked #6399 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1999–2024.)
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