UK girl's name
Sura
An Indian name meaning "brave soul" and "sun's radiance".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sura is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sura popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 5 births.
This profile covers 35 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 2003 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 35 living people in the UK are called Sura. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sura ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 5 girls were registered as Sura.
- • About 35 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sura as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4843
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2011
5 births
Estimated living
35
2026
Meaning
What does Sura mean?
The name Sura has its origins in several languages and cultures. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "sura," which means "god" or "divine being." This name has been used in various parts of South Asia for centuries.
In Hinduism, Sura is one of the names used to refer to the deities or gods. The word "sura" is often contrasted with "asura," which means "demon" or "evil spirit." This name has been mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas.
The name Sura is also found in Persian culture, where it means "beautiful" or "radiant." In Persian mythology, Sura is the name of a mythological bird that is associated with good fortune and prosperity.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Sura dates back to the 6th century BCE. Sura was the name of a Persian prince who lived during the reign of the Achaemenid Empire.
In the 4th century BCE, there was a Greek philosopher named Sura who was a student of Plato. He is known for his work on metaphysics and ethics.
During the Middle Ages, Sura was the name of a famous Arab poet and scholar who lived in the 9th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the field of Arabic literature.
In the 16th century, Sura was the name of a female warrior from India who fought against the Mughal Empire. She is celebrated for her bravery and leadership skills.
Another notable figure with the name Sura was a Russian painter who lived in the late 19th century. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and his works are displayed in several museums across Russia.
These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the name Sura. The name has a rich cultural heritage and has been used in various parts of the world throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sura over time
The chart below shows babies named Sura registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sura, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sura by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sura was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5256 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5163 | 22 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4959 | 6 | 2 |
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- Sara 14,205
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FAQ
Sura: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sura in the UK right now?
In 2024, Sura was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Sura most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 5 babies registered as Sura in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sura?
An Indian name meaning "brave soul" and "sun's radiance".
How many people are called Sura in the UK?
A total of 35 babies have been registered as Sura across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.