UK girl's name
Suri
An Indian feminine name meaning "Princess" or "Goddess" in Sanskrit.
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.
Suri is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Suri popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1353, with 24 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 35 births.
This profile covers 427 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1999 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 69% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 425 living people in the UK are called Suri. 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
- • Suri ranked #1353 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 24 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 35 girls were registered as Suri.
- • About 425 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suri as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1353
2024
Births in 2024
24
Latest year
Peak year
2017
35 births
Estimated living
425
2026
Meaning
What does Suri mean?
The name Suri has its roots in various languages and cultures around the world. It is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit word 'suri', meaning sun or sun goddess. The name was popularized in ancient India, where it was often used to refer to women of noble birth or those associated with royalty.
In Hindu mythology, Suri is also the name of a minor goddess associated with the sun and its radiant energy. She is sometimes depicted as a beautiful woman adorned with golden ornaments, symbolizing the warmth and brilliance of the sun.
The name Suri has also been found in ancient Persian texts, where it was used as a title for scholars and wise men. In this context, the name carried connotations of wisdom, knowledge, and enlightenment.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Suri can be found in the Indian epic Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a warrior princess. Another notable historical figure with this name was Suri, a powerful ruler of the Sur Empire in India during the 16th century.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Suri. One of them was Suri Ratna, a renowned Indian poet and scholar who lived during the 14th century. Her works, which explored themes of love and devotion, are still celebrated today.
Another famous Suri was Suri Jagannath, an Indian mathematician and astronomer from the 17th century. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and is credited with developing advanced methods for calculating planetary positions.
In the realm of music, Suri Baloo was a celebrated Indian classical vocalist who lived during the 18th century. Her mellifluous voice and mastery of intricate ragas earned her widespread acclaim and a place in the annals of Indian classical music.
Moving to the modern era, Suri Cruise, the daughter of actors Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, has brought the name into the public eye. Born in 2006, she has been the subject of media attention since her birth.
These are just a few examples of the historical and cultural significance of the name Suri, which has transcended boundaries and left an indelible mark across various domains throughout the ages.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Suri over time
The chart below shows babies named Suri registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 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 Suri, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 24 births in 2024, compared with 35 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Suri by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suri 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 | #1244 | 132 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1496 | 230 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2806 | 62 | 6 |
| 1990s | #3900 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Suri
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Suri: questions and answers
How popular is the name Suri in the UK right now?
In 2024, Suri was ranked #1353 for girls in England and Wales, with 24 births registered.
When was Suri most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 35 babies registered as Suri in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Suri?
An Indian feminine name meaning "Princess" or "Goddess" in Sanskrit.
How many people are called Suri in the UK?
A total of 427 babies have been registered as Suri across the 22 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.