Susanne
Susanne is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lily or rose.
Origin and history
Susanne is a classic female name derived from the Hebrew Shoshannah, meaning lily or rose. It entered English through Greek and Latin forms of the name. While historically popular in the United States during the mid-20th century, its modern usage has become relatively rare.
Popularity in the United States
26,094 babies in the United States have been named Susanne since 1880. It ranks #895 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2052.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.6 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- PA (10.3 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- MI (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 36 |
| 1890-1900 | 76 |
| 1900-1910 | 71 |
| 1910-1920 | 366 |
| 1920-1930 | 667 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,646 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,322 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,296 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,166 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,424 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,234 |
| 1990-2000 | 452 |
| 2000-2010 | 177 |
| 2010-2019 | 112 |
| 2020-2029 | 49 |
Famous people named Susanne
- Susanne Bier: Director, Screenwriter
- Susanne Blakeslee: Actress, Voice Actress
- Susanne Klatten: Business Executive, Investor
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suzi, SUE-SUE
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the ancient Hebrew word for lily, which later passed into Greek as Sousanna.
- Susanne is a common spelling variation of Suzanne, widely used in German, Scandinavian, and English-speaking regions.