Soorya
Soorya is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit, via Malayalam origin, meaning “The sun”.
| Meaning | The sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Malayalam |
| Written as | സൂര്യ |
| Pronunciation | SOOR-yah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Soorya
Soorya is a South Indian spelling of Surya, the Sanskrit word for the sun. In Kerala it is given to girls as well as boys, often in compounds such as Sooryagayathri, while elsewhere in India Surya is mostly a boy's name. The double o simply marks the long u sound. The name is also familiar through the Tamil film star Suriya, whose screen name is a form of the same word.
Is Soorya a Hindu name?
In Hinduism Surya is the sun god, praised in the Rigveda and in the Gayatri mantra tradition, and honoured at festivals such as Makar Sankranti and Pongal. Naming a child after the sun suggests brightness, energy and life.
How popular is Soorya?
Used in Kerala and Tamil Nadu for both girls and boys; Surya is a common boy's name across India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soorya mean?
Soorya means 'The sun'. It is of Sanskrit, via Malayalam origin.
Is Soorya a Hindu name?
In Hinduism Surya is the sun god, praised in the Rigveda and in the Gayatri mantra tradition, and honoured at festivals such as Makar Sankranti and Pongal. Naming a child after the sun suggests brightness, energy and life.
How do you pronounce Soorya?
Soorya is pronounced SOOR-yah.
Is Soorya a boy or girl name?
Soorya is used for both boys and girls.