| Meaning | sun |
| Origin | Indian, Sanskrit |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Surya |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Sur-ya |
About Surya
Radiant and powerful, Surya illuminates any name list with its luminous quality. This name carries an inherent brightness and warmth that feels immediately positive and uplifting. Surya has gained international recognition while maintaining strong cultural roots, making it an excellent choice for families navigating multiple heritages. The name flows beautifully, with a melodic quality that's pleasing to pronounce in virtually any language. Parents choosing Surya often seek something that stands out while feeling natural and unforced. The name suggests energy, vitality, and brilliance—characteristics that inspire optimism about a child's future. Surya works wonderfully in professional settings while retaining a friendly, approachable quality in casual contexts. It's distinctive without being difficult, familiar to many without being common. For a son who will shine in his own unique way, Surya provides the perfect foundation.
Nicknames for Surya
| Sur |
| Sury |
| Ray |
| Su |
Famous People Named Surya
| Surya Bonaly | French figure skater |
| Surya Prakash | Indian scientist and media personality |
| Surya Sen | Indian freedom fighter |
| Surya Kant Tripathi 'Nirala' | Indian poet |
| Surya Bahadur Thapa | Former Prime Minister of Nepal |
| Surya Sathya Prakash | Indian cricketer |
| Surya Shekhar Ganguly | Indian chess Grandmaster |
| Surya Kumar Yadav | Indian cricketer |
| Surya Nissanka | Sri Lankan cricketer |
| Surya Das | American Buddhist teacher and author |
| Surya Kant Pati Tripathi | Indian politician |
| Surya Parkash | Indian wrestler |
| Surya Kiran | Indian Air Force aerobatic demonstration team |
| Surya Kant Dwivedi | Indian politician |
| Surya Bhanu Pratap Singh | Indian boxer |
| Surya Narayana Chaturvedula | Indian chemist |
| Surya Sena | Indonesian cricketer |
| Surya Wijaya | Indonesian badminton player |
| Surya Mohan Kulshreshtha | Indian bureaucrat |
Characters Named Surya
| Surya Singhania | Character from the Indian TV show "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" |
| Surya Rajvanshi | Character from the Indian TV show "Ishqbaaaz" |
| Surya Dev | Character from the Indian TV show "Karam Apnaa Apnaa" |
| Surya Patel | Character from the TV show "The Mindy Project" |