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The term "solopreneur," a portmanteau of "solo" and "entrepreneur," is used to describe a person who sets up and runs a business on their own. Unlike traditional entrepreneurs, who might build businesses with the intent to grow them into larger companies with many employees, solopreneurs typically prefer to work alone, taking on the roles necessary to run their businesses themselves.

Although it's hard to pinpoint the exact origin of the term, it seems to have emerged in the early 2000s with the rise of the digital age which made it easier for individuals to start their own businesses without requiring a large team. The increasing popularity of freelancing and remote work has also contributed to its widespread use.

The term was made popular by communities of such entrepreneurs who started using it to describe themselves. They used the term to differentiate from traditional ideas of entrepreneurship that involved larger teams. The term has been popularized by numerous bloggers, authors, and speakers who focus on entrepreneurship. Websites like "The Solopreneur Life" by Larry Keltto and books like "The Solopreneur Conundrum" by Simon Reed helped in popularizing the term.