Surina

“A female name that means 'sun'.”

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17230US 2020

5Births / yr

↓Falling

458All-time births

📅 Since 196800

How to pronounce Surina

SER·EE·nuh

/ˈsɝ.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on SER · 3 syllables

“A female name that means 'sun'.”

India origin · Girl name

What does Surina mean and where does it come from?

Surina is a name found across different cultures, primarily in South Asia and parts of Southeast Asia. In Sanskrit, it references the sun, evoking brightness and vitality. The name is sometimes spelled as 'Sureen' or 'Suri'. It has also been adopted in Persian-speaking countries, where it retains a

Cultural significance

Surina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a female name that means 'sun'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4928 in 2013 — currently #17230 in the US.

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How else can you spell Surina?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Sirina

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Surina?

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

Surina Grace

How popular is Surina right now?

Falling — down 5775 spots — currently #17230 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2020#17230 · Top 13%

1970

1995

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#15417	5	▼ down 5775 · -55% births
2015	#9642	11	▼ down 3806 · -52% births
2010	#5836	23	▲ up 6271 · +188% births
2005	#12107	8	▼ down 4380 · -38% births
2000	#7727	13	▲ up 2103 · +63% births
1995	#9830	8	▼ down 3529
1970	#6301	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Surina

Best Year2010Rank #5836

Peak Count23

Average Rank#9551

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 20207 years

The story of Surina

Surina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1968. With 458 total births recorded, Surina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6301 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15417 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Surina in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Surina by decade

Surina peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	13
1970s	45
1980s	36
1990s	60
2000s	136
2010s ★	163
2020s	5

💎Surina has only 458 total recorded births since 1968 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Surina?

Common

SurSurieSuryIna

What names sound and feel like Surina?

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

Persia (Iran) · bringer of good

Subrina

Spanish · Sober

Sunaina

India · Beautiful eyes

Sureena

India · Derived from 'sur',

Sarina

India · princess

Common questions about the name Surina

What does the name Surina mean?

Surina means "A female name that means 'sun'." — a name rooted in India 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 Surina?

Surina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Surina?

Surina originates from India tradition. India 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 Surina?

Surina is a three-syllable name pronounced S ER1 IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Surina?

Surina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar India heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.