UK girl's name
Surina
A feminine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "princess" or "daughter of the Sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Surina is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Surina popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3615, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 7 births.
This profile covers 60 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2015. 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 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 60 living people in the UK are called Surina. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Surina ranked #3615 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 7 girls were registered as Surina.
- • About 60 living people in the UK are estimated to have Surina as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3615
2015
Births in 2015
6
Latest year
Peak year
2009
7 births
Estimated living
60
2026
Meaning
What does Surina mean?
The name Surina is believed to have originated in the Sanskrit language, deriving from the word "Sura," which means "god" or "deity." This suggests that the name may have held spiritual or religious significance in ancient Hindu and Buddhist cultures of South Asia.
The earliest recorded use of the name Surina dates back to the 5th century BCE, appearing in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures. During this time, the name was associated with divine feminine energy and was often given to girls born into noble or spiritual families.
In the 7th century CE, Surina was the name of a Buddhist nun and scholar who was renowned for her knowledge of sacred texts and her dedication to spiritual practices. Her writings and teachings made a significant impact on the spread of Buddhism throughout Southeast Asia.
During the Mauryan Empire in ancient India, around the 3rd century BCE, there was a princess named Surina who was known for her beauty and intelligence. She is mentioned in historical records as an influential figure at the royal court.
In the 12th century, Surina was the name of a renowned poet and mystic from the region of present-day Afghanistan. Her poetry, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience, was widely celebrated and influenced literary traditions throughout Central Asia.
Another notable figure named Surina was a 16th-century female warrior and leader from the Rajput clan in northern India. She led her people in battles against invading forces, defending their territories with great bravery and strategic skill.
Throughout its long history, the name Surina has maintained a sense of strength, spirituality, and reverence. It has been carried by notable figures across various cultures and time periods, reflecting its enduring beauty and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Surina over time
The chart below shows babies named Surina registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Surina, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2015, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Surina by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Surina 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4608 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3832 | 22 | 5 |
| 1990s | #3223 | 12 | 3 |
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- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Surina: questions and answers
How popular is the name Surina in the UK right now?
In 2015, Surina was ranked #3615 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Surina most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 7 babies registered as Surina in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Surina?
A feminine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "princess" or "daughter of the Sun".
How many people are called Surina in the UK?
A total of 60 babies have been registered as Surina across the 14 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.