Suren

“Armenian” — Associated with strength and bravery

Armenian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8179US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

146All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Suren

SUHR·un

/ˈsʊr.ən/ · stress on SUHR · 2 syllables

“Armenian”

Associated with strength and bravery · Armenian origin

What does Suren mean and where does it come from?

Suren has roots in both Armenian and Indian cultures. In Armenian, the name means 'hero', often associated with strength and bravery. In India, it is linked to good character traits. It is a relatively rare name in Western countries but holds significance in Armenian and Persian history, often linke

Cultural significance

Suren has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Armenian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of armenian.

Peak popularity

Reached #3237 in 1913 — currently #8179 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Suren?

Suren works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Suren Grace

How popular is Suren right now?

Rising fast — up 1403 spots — currently #8179 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8179 · Top 6.0%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8179	10	▲ up 1403 · +25% births
2021	#9582	8	▼ down 1548 · -11% births
2020	#8034	9	▲ up 60
2015	#8094	9	▼ down 968 · -18% births
2010	#7126	11	▲ up 4473 · +120% births
2005	#11599	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Suren

Best Year2010Rank #7126

Peak Count11

Average Rank#8769

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Suren

Suren entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 146 total births recorded, Suren remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11599 in 2005 to #8179 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Suren in 1913:

John William James Robert Joseph

Suren by decade

Suren peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1990s	5
2000s	50
2010s ★	77
2020s	9

💎Suren has only 146 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Suren?

Common

SurSurieSury

What names sound and feel like Suren?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Suren also consider these

Chinese · 羽仁, meaning 'feather'

Buren

Netherlands · Dutch

Suen

Chinese · the one who

Syren

English · siren; enchanting

Common questions about the name Suren

What does the name Suren mean?

Suren means "Armenian" — a name rooted in Armenian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Suren?

Suren is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Suren have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Suren?

Suren originates from Armenian tradition. Armenian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Suren?

Suren is a two-syllable name pronounced S UH1 R AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Suren trending right now?

Suren is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.