Sura

Sura is a girl's name with Muslim and Turkish roots, which translates into English as "the High in Council" or "the Glorious." The name comes from the Arabic term şura (سورة), which refers to "height of status," "height of rank," "glory," "council," or "advisory body."

What does the name Sura mean?

Sura is a female first name that comes from Arabic and can be translated into English as "the High in Council" or "the Glorious." Its origin lies in the Arabic word şura (سورة), which encompasses concepts such as "height of status," "height of rank," "glory," "council," or "advisory body." In Thailand, the name is considered male and means "the Heavenly" or "the Brave," derived from the Thai sura (สุร), which means "angelic," "heavenly," or "brave." In ancient Roman language forms, the name was interpreted as "the Gray," derived from the Thracian word sur for "gray." Sura also refers to a verse in the Quran and is the name of an Inuit term meaning "green leaf" and "new life." A well-known bearer of the name was Sura, the daughter of the Persian King Artabanus IV.

Where does the name Sura come from?

The name Sura has Arabic origins and means "the High in Council." The Arabic

How do you pronounce Sura?

The pronunciation of the name Sura is clear and two-syllable. In English, it is pronounced as "Su-ra" [ˈzuːʁa] or [ˈsuːʁa]. The long U sound conveys calmness and depth, while the rolled or guttural "r" gives the name a special character. The open "a" at the end rounds off the name harmoniously. Sura sounds both calm and powerful – simple, dignified, and present.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Sura enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 960th among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2015 when it reached 418th place. In the last ten years, Sura has been given as a first name about 760 times, placing it 619th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 683rd position.

Nicknames & pet names

Su / Suri / Susu

Famous people

• Sura Yekka (Canadian footballer)