Suraya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsoo-RYE-uh / /suːˈraɪə/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'bright' or 'radiant'; Persian: 'star'
Historical & Cultural Background
Suraya is a name with roots in both Arabic and Persian cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with brightness and radiance, reflecting positive qualities. In Persian, it is linked to celestial themes, particularly stars. The name has been used in various literary and cultural contexts throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Suraya has seen moderate popularity in various cultures but is not widely used in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Soraya
- Suraiya
International Variants
- Soraya (Spanish)
- Suraiya (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Suraya was first seen in the United States in 1975. Suraya has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Suraya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Suraya (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 28 |