Susannah
Susannah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lily or rose.
Origin and history
Susannah is a classic feminine name derived from the Hebrew word for lily or rose. It has long-standing historical and biblical roots, maintaining a steady and traditional presence in the United States without ever reaching widespread popularity.
Popularity in the United States
7,784 babies in the United States have been named Susannah since 1880. It ranks #1896 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1730.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.4 %)
- NY (13.9 %)
- TX (12.9 %)
- PA (7.2 %)
- VA (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 34 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 33 |
| 1910-1920 | 74 |
| 1920-1930 | 99 |
| 1930-1940 | 137 |
| 1940-1950 | 253 |
| 1950-1960 | 320 |
| 1960-1970 | 758 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,422 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,226 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,242 |
| 2000-2010 | 953 |
| 2010-2019 | 831 |
| 2020-2029 | 371 |
Famous people named Susannah
- Susannah York: Actress
- Susannah Cahalan: Author, Journalist
Nicknames
Susie, Suzi, Sue, Sukie, Zanna
Fun facts
- The name ultimately traces back to ancient Egyptian 'sšn' meaning lotus, which was borrowed into Hebrew as Shoshannah.
- The name is famous in American culture due to Stephen Foster's 1848 classic song Oh! Susanna.