Suraj
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Suraj first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 1,085 babies have been named Suraj in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Suraj is past its peak , currently ranked #15,975 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,975
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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"modern invented name, phonetic blend"
#15,816 in US
Greek via Spanish origin
"Crown, wreath; variant of Stephen"
#15,903 in US
Germanic origin
"noble ruler"
#16,016 in US
Biblical Hebrew origin
"worshiper of Yahweh"
#16,106 in US
Germanic origin
"handsome, beautiful"
#16,012 in US
Arabic origin
"father of the young camel"
#15,992 in US
Old German origin
"famous spear, renowned warrior"
#16,014 in US
Old English origin
"king's meadow; royal clearing"
#16,162 in US
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About the Name Suraj
Suraj is a boy name .
Suraj is currently ranked #15,975 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Suraj include Sur, Suy, and Surie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis