Surya Unisex

Popularity: #875 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationSOOR-yah / ˈsʊr.jə

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: Sun; Hindi: Sun

Historical & Cultural Background

Surya is a significant figure in Hindu mythology, representing the sun god. He is often depicted riding a chariot drawn by seven horses. The worship of Surya is an ancient practice in India, associated with health and prosperity. Surya is also celebrated in various festivals, such as Makar Sankranti.

Trend Summary

The name Surya has seen a steady presence in India, with occasional interest in other regions.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Surya
  • Sury

International Variants

  • Soleil (French)
  • Sole (Spanish)

Famous people named Surya

Surya Bonaly is a retired French figure skater known for her athleticism and artistry in the sport.

Surya Narayan is a prominent Indian politician recognized for his contributions to local governance.

Surya Prakash is an Indian journalist and media personality known for his work in broadcasting.

Surya Kiran is an Indian actor noted for his roles in regional cinema.

Fictional characters named Surya

Surya is a character in the Indian epic Mahabharata, representing the sun and a source of divine energy.

Surya is featured in the animated series 'Little Krishna' as a divine figure guiding the protagonist.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Surya was first seen in the United States in 1977. Surya has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Surya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Surya (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 12
52%
NC 6
26%
TX 5
22%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19775
19948
19977
199814
199924
200040
200140
200236
200339
200436
200536
200647
200746
200851
200968
201043
201144
201244
201342
201444
201551
201649
201741
201849
201942
202029
202155
202244
202345
202449