108 Names of Surya - The Sun god

The Vedic Scriptures give 108 names of Surya. These names are explain various qualities associated with Surya(Sun), various qualities(gunas) it possesses and also the benefits one can get from a powerful Sun in his/her horoscope or astrological chart. For those who have a weak placement of Sun in their natal horoscope, chanting this names or associated mantras gives power to their charts. There are many ways one can give strength to the weak planets in their natal chart. Knowing of the meanings associated with various names of Surya is helpful in understanding the various effects of Sun in astrology.

I have enumerated these names for enthusiasts of astrology. An important point to remember is that Sun denotes ones Father and an easy way to strengthen your natal sun is to serve your father, care for him and make sure he is happy. This pleases the Sun God indirectly and even a badly placed Sun in your chart starts giving favourable results.

Names of Sun Meaning of the Name

Aruna Of Reddish Brown colour

Sharanya The one who provides refuge

Karuna-Rasa-Sindhu Ocean of Compassion

Asamaanbala One of Unequalled Strength

Arta-rakshak Protector from Sufferings

Aditya The Sun or One who is son of Aditi

Adibhuta The First Being / The first Element

Akhila-gamvedin One who knows all scriptures

Achyuta The steady one, Imperishable

Akhilagya One who knows Everything

Ananta With no end, Encompasses Everything

Ina The Strong One

Vishwaroopa One who pervades everything

Ijya One who is Revered

Indra King of the gods

Bhanu The Bright One

Indiramandirapta One who has gained the abode of Indira

Vandaniya Worthy of Praise

Isha The Godhead (Lord)

Suprasanna Full of Happiness

Sushila The good-natured One

Suvarchas Brilliant

Vasuprada Bestows of Wealth

Vasu One of the gods

Vasudeva Krishna alike

Ujjaval The Blazing One

Ugraroopa Of Fierce Form

Urdhavaga One who rises up

Vivaswat Shining

Udyatkiranjala Emitting beams of light

Hrishikesha One who rules the Senses

Urjaswala Brimming with Energy

Vira The Brave One

Nirjara Imperishable

Jaya Victorious

Urudvaya-bhavaroopayukta-sarathi One whose charioteer has only his torso

Rishivandya Worshipped by Rishis (Enlightened Gurus)

Rugghantr Destroyer of Diseases

Riksha-chakra-chara Moving thru the Star Ways (wheel)

Rijusva-bhavachitta Of Sincere Mind

Nityastutya One who always deserves praise

Rikara-matrika-varna-roop Of the form of the letter “Rikara”

Ujjvala-tejas Of Blazing Brilliance

Rikshadhi-natha-mitra Friend of the Lord of Stars (Moon)

Pushkaraksh Whose eyes are like Lotus

Luptadanta Toothless / One who has lost his teeth

Shanta Calm, At Peace

Kantida One Who bestows Beauty/Lustre

Ghana The Destroyer

Kanatkanaka-bhusha Like a golden ornament

Khadyota Light of the Sky

Lunitakhila-daitya Destroyer of demons

Satyananda-swarupin Blissful

Apavarga-prada One who liberates

Arta-Sharanya Provides refuge to the distressed

Ekakin The Solitary One

Bhagavat Divine

Shrishti-Sthityantakarin Creates, nurtures and Transforms the World

Gunatman Possessing Qualities

Ghrinibhrit Possesses Light

Brihat Vast/Great

Brahman Eternal Brahm

Eshvaryada Bestows Prosperity

Sharva One who Injures

Haridashva Who has Young Horses

Shauri Heroic

Dashadiksham Prakash Illuminates 10 directions

Bhakta-vashya Attentive to his devotees

Ojaskara Creator of power

Jayin Victorious

Jagadanand-hetu Cause of Joy for the world

Janma-mrityu-jara-vyadhi-varjita Free from Birth, death, diseases, sufferings

Uchcha-sthana-samarudha-rathastha Riding a graceful high chariot

Asurari Enemy of Asuras(demons)

Kamniyakara Fulfills desires

Abjavallabha Beloved of Dhanvantari (Physician)

Antarbahih-prakasha Shining with brilliance inside and outside

Achintya Inconcievable to the mind

Atmarupin Like Atma (soul)

Achyuta Imperishable

Amaresha Lord of Immortals

Para Jyotish Supreme Light

Ahaskara Maker of the Day

Ravi One who roars

Hari Removes Sins

Parmatman Supreme Being

Taruna Youthful

Varenya Excellent One

Grahanaam-pati Lord of Planets

Bhaskara Maker of Light

Adimadhyantarhita Who remains Solitary in the Beginning, Middle and End

Saukhyaprada Bestows Happiness

Sakala-jagatam-pati Lord of all Worlds

Surya The Brilliant One

Kavi Wise

Narayana Who is approached by Men

Paresha Highest Lord

Tejoroopa In the form of Fire

Hiranyagarbha Cosmic Golden Source

Sampatkara Gives Success

Aem Ishtarthada Fulfills desires

Am Suprasanna Very Bright One

Shrimat Glorious

Shreyas Most Excellent

Saukhyadayin Bestows all comforts

Diptamurti Illuminated Form

Nikhilagam Vedya Versed in all Scriptures

Nityananda Always Blissful