Suriname

Suriname Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Suriname
Common NameSuriname – /ˌsəɹ.ɪˈnɑm/
NationalitySurinamer(s) – noun, Surinamese – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1975 (from Netherlands)
Administrative Divisions10 districts
Total Population639,759 (#170) with 66.4% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasParamaribo (capital city)
Major LanguagesDutch (official), English (widely spoken), Sranang Tongo, Caribbean Hindustani, Javanese
Electricity Access98.8% of total population
Internet Access66% of total population
CurrencySurinamese Dollars (SRD)
Real GDP (PPP)$9.1 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$14,800 (#108) – 2021 estimate
Total Area163,820 sq km / 63,251 sq mi (#92) with 4.8% water area
Geographic RegionAmericas – South America
Bordering CountriesBrazil, Guyana
Bordering Water BodiesNorth Atlantic Ocean

National Anthem: “God Be With Our Suriname”