Susie
Susie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lily or lotus.
Origin and history
Susie is a classic diminutive of Susan or Susanna, deriving from the Hebrew name Shoshanah, meaning lily or lotus. It was particularly popular in the mid-20th century in the United States and continues to be used as a standalone given name today. The name conveys a friendly, vintage charm in contemporary U.S. usage.
Popularity in the United States
85,789 babies in the United States have been named Susie since 1880. It ranks #415 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1579.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.8 %)
- GA (9.3 %)
- AL (7.5 %)
- CA (6.4 %)
- MS (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 4,780 |
| 1890-1900 | 6,530 |
| 1900-1910 | 7,312 |
| 1910-1920 | 11,562 |
| 1920-1930 | 12,179 |
| 1930-1940 | 7,920 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,208 |
| 1950-1960 | 10,296 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,810 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,976 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,792 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,164 |
| 2000-2010 | 879 |
| 2010-2019 | 858 |
| 2020-2029 | 523 |
Famous people named Susie
- Susie Essman: Comedian, Actress
- Susie Porter: Actress
- Susie Dent: Lexicographer, Television Personality
Fun facts
- While originally a pet form of Susan, Susie has long been given as an official full name in the United States.
- The Hebrew root Shoshanah ultimately traces back to ancient Egyptian terms for the lotus flower.