Suraj
Suraj is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sun or solar deity.
Origin and history
Suraj is a classic male given name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word for the sun or solar deity. It is widely used in South Asia and among Indian diaspora communities worldwide. In the United States, it remains a distinct, moderately rare name with steady usage over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,099 babies in the United States have been named Suraj since 1880. It ranks #3590 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1871.
States where it is most popular
- CA (48.6 %)
- NY (28 %)
- NJ (18.1 %)
- FL (1.8 %)
- IL (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 38 |
| 1980-1990 | 106 |
| 1990-2000 | 321 |
| 2000-2010 | 378 |
| 2010-2019 | 200 |
| 2020-2029 | 56 |
Famous people named Suraj
- Suraj Sharma: Actor
- Suraj Venjaramoodu: Actor, Comedian
Fun facts
- Suraj is the Hindi and modern Indo-Aryan evolution of the ancient Sanskrit word Surya.
- In Indian culture, names associated with the sun symbolize warmth, energy, and leadership.