Suri
Suri is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Princess, noblewoman, or red rose.
Origin and history
Suri is a feminine given name with roots in multiple cultures, notably derived as a Yiddish diminutive of Sarah meaning 'princess' in Hebrew, as well as meaning 'red rose' in Persian. It gained significant public attention in the mid-2000s in the United States and remains a contemporary choice. In recent years, it maintains a steady, moderate presence in U.S. birth statistics.
Popularity in the United States
3,512 babies in the United States have been named Suri since 1880. It ranks #2990 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1356.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.8 %)
- CA (24.1 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
- NJ (5.5 %)
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 | 17 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 25 |
| 1990-2000 | 36 |
| 2000-2010 | 892 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,742 |
| 2020-2029 | 770 |
Famous people named Suri
- Suri Cruise: Media Personality
Fun facts
- While used as a form of Sarah in Hebrew and Yiddish traditions, Suri also means 'red rose' in Persian.
- The name experienced a notable rise in American awareness in 2006 following high-profile media coverage.