Suriya is of Sanskrit origin and means "sun" or "the one who is like the sun". It is a unisex name, popular among South Asian communities worldwide. The name Suriya has gained significant recognition in various cultures due to its positive connotations with light, warmth, and brilliance.
"The name Suriya experienced a gap in popularity between 2007 and 2012, with no births recorded for five years before resurfacing with another five births."