Find out how popular the first name Sourya has been for the last 12 years (from 2009 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sourya by gender

Based on the last 12 years of data, Sourya is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sourya.

The history of the first name Sourya

The name Sourya finds its origins in Sanskrit, one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages. It derives from the Sanskrit word "Surya," which translates to "sun" or "solar deity." This name has been prevalent in Hindu culture and mythology for centuries.

Surya is the name of the Hindu sun god, who is revered as the source of life and energy. In ancient Hindu texts like the Vedas and Puranas, Surya is depicted as a powerful deity who rides a chariot drawn by seven horses, representing the seven days of the week. The name Sourya is a variation of this name, often given to individuals to honor the sun god or to invoke his blessings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sourya can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic. In this text, Sourya is mentioned as the name of a prince, son of King Shantanu and the apsara (celestial nymph) Ganga. This reference dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sourya. Sourya Siddhanta, an ancient Indian treatise on astronomy and mathematics, is believed to have been written by an astronomer named Sourya around the 4th century CE. Sourya Kanta, a Bengali poet and playwright, lived during the 19th century (1820-1888) and is renowned for his contributions to Bengali literature.

Another famous bearer of the name was Sourya Narayan Shastri (1920-2007), an Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of spherical geometry and celestial mechanics. Sourya Pratap Singh (1890-1963) was an Indian politician and freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.

Sourya Veer Bahadur Singh (1922-2002) was an Indian army officer and politician who served as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh from 1988 to 1993. He was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second-highest military decoration, for his bravery during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.

The name Sourya has been widely used across various regions of India, particularly in Hindu communities. Its connection to the sun deity and its auspicious meaning have made it a popular choice for baby names throughout the centuries.

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