Susanna
Susanna is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lily or rose; grace and purity.
Origin and history
Susanna is a classic feminine name derived from the Hebrew Shoshannah, meaning lily or rose. It has ancient roots appearing in both the Old and New Testaments and has maintained a steady presence in traditional English usage over centuries. In recent U.S. history, it remains a well-recognized classical choice with modest modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
19,987 babies in the United States have been named Susanna since 1880. It ranks #1066 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1200.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.4 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- NY (11 %)
- PA (10.9 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 272 |
| 1890-1900 | 410 |
| 1900-1910 | 377 |
| 1910-1920 | 781 |
| 1920-1930 | 745 |
| 1930-1940 | 604 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,189 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,862 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,151 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,466 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,496 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,053 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,835 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,736 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,010 |
Famous people named Susanna
- Susanna Hoffs: Singer, Songwriter
- Susanna Clarke: Author, Novelist
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suzi, Sanna, Suzy
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Hebrew word Shoshannah, which originally denoted a lily or lotus flower.
- The name is famously featured in the 1848 Stephen Foster song 'Oh! Susanna', an iconic piece of American music.