Syria Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSEER-ee-uh / /ˈsɪr.i.ə/Arabic; Greek
Meaning
Arabic: 'the land of the sun'; Greek: 'Syria'
Historical & Cultural Background
Syria is a name derived from the Arabic word for the country Syria, which has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations. The region has been a crossroads of various cultures and empires, influencing its name and significance. In modern contexts, Syria is often associated with the Middle Eastern nation known for its historical sites and diverse heritage.
Trend Summary
The name Syria has seen limited use in the United States and is not widely popular.
Similar Names
Variants
- Syriah
International Variants
- Syrie (French)
- Siria (Italian)
- Siria (Spanish)
Famous people named Syria
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Fictional characters named Syria
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Syria was first seen in the United States in 1948. Syria has ranked as high as #1301 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, California, Illinois, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Syria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Syria (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |