Holding steady, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Suha since 1973
Babies named Suha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Suha's real moment was 2002.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 47 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 195 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
The name Suha is a rare Arabic name in the United States. First recorded in 1973, it has never entered widespread use. Its peak popularity occurred in 2002, though even then it remained uncommon. As of 2025, the name ranks 10,107, with a frequency of about 1 in 178,585 births, well below the national threshold for common names. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant increase or decrease in recent years. Despite its rarity, Suha carries a celestial association that appeals to parents seeking a short, distinctive name with Arabic roots. No U.S. states reported the name among their top picks, contributing to its status as a unique choice.
The name Suha is of Arabic origin, but its exact meaning is debated. It may be related to the Arabic word for 'star' (suha) or specifically to a star in the constellation Leo, known in Arabic as Al Suha or Al Suhail. The name has been used in the Arab world and among Muslim families, particularly for girls, though it is occasionally given to boys. Its use in the United States dates back to the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Suhā, Suhah, Souha
Sibling names for Suha
Names that share Suha's style, for a brother or sister.
