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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lily flower, via a Hebrew name traced back to an Egyptian word for lotus
- Origin
- Hebrew (ultimately from Egyptian)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- SOO-zən
Susan is a Hebrew name that traces back to an Egyptian word for lotus, and it means "lily flower." It's pronounced SOO-zən, and it's a short, familiar name with a gentle, floral meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Susan
Meaning: Lily flower, via a Hebrew name traced back to an Egyptian word for lotus.
Origin: Hebrew (ultimately from Egyptian).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Susan
SOO-zənIPA /ˈsuːzən/
Popularity of Susan
Susan peaked at #2 in 1957, when 45,952 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1136, with 213 babies named Susan that year.
Names Like Susan
These names have followed a similar path to Susan in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Susan mean?
Lily flower, via a Hebrew name traced back to an Egyptian word for lotus. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Susan?
Susan is pronounced SOO-zən (IPA: /ˈsuːzən/).
Is Susan a popular name right now?
Susan peaked at #2 in 1957 and is ranked #1136 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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