Surya: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A solar name meaning the sun god, fierce and golden.
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #3689
- Peak
- #2046 in 2009
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Surya Means
Surya is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A solar name meaning the sun god, fierce and golden.
How Popular Surya Is
Surya currently ranks #3689 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2046 in 2009. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Surya
- Surya is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Surya is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Surya
Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Surya
Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Surya.
Questions About Surya
What does Surya mean?
Surya is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A solar name meaning the sun god, fierce and golden.
How popular is Surya?
Surya currently ranks #3689 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2046 in 2009. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Surya come from?
Surya comes from Sanskrit roots. Surya is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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