Solana Isn’t Just Crypto, It’s a Baby Name Now

Solana gains popularity outside the blockchain ecosystem, as parents adopt it as a baby name due to the Spanish and Latin meanings behind it.
By Pooja Khardia
Updated: 14 May, 2025 | 09:41:32 AM GMT
Solana Isn’t Just Crypto, It’s a Baby Name Now

Highlights

  • Solana is among the trendiest names in American homes.
  • Solana takes the 242nd spot in the top baby names choices per the Social Security Administration.
  • Solana blockchain gained its name from Solana Beach, California.

Solana is among the biggest crypto blockchain platforms and among the top baby names in America in 2025, as parents find the name pretty. Although this blockchain has been part of the crypto industry for years, it is no new term and has a deep meaning. As a result, it is gaining parents’ attention in America, as the report explains the rising adoption.

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Solana Trends in Baby Names

Although the popularity of this blockchain network is undeniable, it has a beautiful meaning. Solana is “sunshine” or “sunny place,” derived from Spanish and Latin roots. Some places also mention it, signifying the ‘Wind from the East.’ The Social Security Administration and other platforms highlight that it is among the trendiest and fastest-growing baby names in America, especially for girls.

Reports highlight that it has gained the 242nd spot in the baby names, which is significantly up from last year’s 691 position and 933rd before that. Additionally, it is widely used as a name for places, buildings, a surname, and even a solar power plant.

Solana baby name

Interestingly, the Grammy-winning R&B artist SZA, legally named Solána Imani Rowe, brought more attention to the names. There’s also the Groovy Girls doll line, launched by Manhattan Toy, featuring a Solana named doll. Therefore, it is not as unique as many anticipated, but it does give a good ringing to the ears.

As it sounds melodic and evokes warmth and joy, it is an appealing name for parents. Now it is among the top cryptos and baby names.

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Solana Crypto Blockchain Refers to A California Beach

Although the Spanish language dictionary explains it as a place oriented toward the sun, and the word ‘sol’ actually means sun in Latin, this did not inspire the blockchain creators.

It was Solana Beach in California that inspired the SOL crypto blockchain’s name. In a 2023 interview, Anatoly Yakovenko revealed that he and his co-founders lived there.

The collaboration resulted in the formation of the fifth-largest crypto in the market. The present SOL price is $182.53, with a market capitalization of $94.82B.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How did the Solana blockchain gain its name?

In a 2023 interview, the Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko revealed that the team lived around the Solana blockchain.

2. Why is Solana trending in baby names?

Solana has its roots in Spanish and Latin, referring to sunshine or a sunny place.

3. What does Sol mean in Latin?

Sol actually means Sun in Latin, hence Solana means sunshine or sunny place.
Pooja Khardia
Pooja Khardia is a seasoned crypto content writer with 6+ years of experience in writing, including in blockchain, cryptocurrency, DeFi, and digital finance reporting. In her adventure journey, she is currently working with CoinGape Media and leading their Trending Section. Here, she uses her expertise to deliver analytics, market insights, price predictions, and information on what’s trending in the crypto space, aiming to keep the crypto and web3 community updated with market trends and important insights. Known for a user-centric and straightforward writing style, Pooja is passionate about making crypto easy and accessible. Her writing blends market research with storytelling, helping readers stay ahead in a fast-paced industry. When not behind the keyboard, Pooja embraces her creative side through drawing and crafting. Connect with Pooja on LinkedIn or X.
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