What does girasol mean and where does it come from?
The name 'girasol' directly translates to 'sunflower' in Spanish. It is derived from 'gira' meaning 'to turn' and 'sol' meaning 'sun', reflecting the way sunflowers turn towards the sun. While commonly used as a creative name or in poetic contexts, it is rare as a personal name. In some cultures, su
Cultural significance
girasol has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.
Peak popularity
Reached #11270 in 2025 — currently #11270 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell girasol?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with girasol?
girasol works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
girasol Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
girasol Claire
One syllable · timeless choice
girasol Zoey
One syllable · vintage charm
girasol Maeve
One syllable · timeless choice
girasol Jade
One syllable · vintage charm
girasol Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is girasol right now?
Rising fast — up 181 spots — currently #11270 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #11270 | 8 | ▲ up 181 |
| 2024 | #11451 | 8 | ▼ down 2254 · -27% births |
| 2023 | #9197 | 11 | ▲ up 745 · +10% births |
| 2022 | #9942 | 10 | ▼ down 130 |
| 2021 | #9812 | 10 | ▲ up 7382 · +100% births |
| 2020 | #17194 | 5 | — |
The story of girasol
girasol is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2020. With 5 total births recorded, girasol remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17194 in 2020 to #9197 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside girasol in 2025:
💎girasol has only 5 total recorded births since 2020 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for girasol?
What names sound and feel like girasol?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love girasol also consider these
Common questions about the name girasol
What does the name girasol mean?
girasol means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name girasol?
girasol is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for girasol have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of girasol?
girasol originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with girasol?
girasol pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is girasol trending right now?
girasol is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.