Suri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Suri has its origins in Hebrew, meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'. It has evolved from historical forms like Surya in Sanskrit to the modern usage of Suri. The name is associated with traits of strength and nobility, with no direct biblical relevance. Suri has gained popularity in contemporary times and is viewed positively.
The name Suri is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Suri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Suri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8318th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13143rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1957th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1523rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Suri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Suri"
Pronunciation
/ˈsuːri/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Suri is derived from the Hebrew word 'suri', which means 'princess' or 'noblewoman'.
Meaning
Princess, noblewoman
Language Evolution
Surya (Sanskrit), Suri (Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Suri gained popularity in modern times, particularly as a feminine name in various cultures, influenced by its meaning and sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Suriya, Surya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Suri is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Suri Cruise, daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Suri"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Suri"
"Suri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8318th of 12526 | 29 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13143rd of 27321 | 55 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1957th of 35406 | 1,575 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1523rd of 30306 | 1,733 |
Regional Popularity of "Suri" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Suri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
81.69% 1985th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.60% 2410th/4582 |
24.30% 1255th/5164 |
25.11% 1836th/7313 |
20.69% 1544th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
70.93% 2826th/3984 |
18.85% 846th/4487 |
25.11% 1713th/6822 |
22.88% 1436th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Suri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Suri" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.