Sunlight or sunshine
Solani is a rare name often interpreted as a variation of the Latin 'Solana', meaning sunshine. It may also have roots in Southern African languages like Zulu or Xhosa, where similar sounds relate to peace or being satisfied. In a Western context, it is primarily chosen for its bright, celestial imagery.
Less common today
Solani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,512 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).