Solo
Yes, you’re correct pilot16 the amount of hours it takes to solo doesn’t determine what type of pilot you are.
I’m assuming you’re a US student pilot and if not this is probably true with most other countries that the minimum to solo is 10 hours. 61.87 established by the FAA was meant for the 60’s and 70’s. This was a time when most airports were slow, airspace wasn’t complex, and pilots weren’t restricted nearly as much as today. It took me 23 hours to solo because of the high density traffic in the Bay Area and the time it takes to get to our practice area. . You’ll solo when your CFI feels you’re safe and confident because it’s his ticket too. Don’t think of it as time, a solo is an indication of proficiency. Good luck and I’m sure it will happen soon.