Sudie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sudie is an English name derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana, which means 'lily' or 'rose'. The name evolved through forms such as Susan in Old French and Middle English before becoming Sudie in modern times. It is often seen as a vintage name with a warm and friendly connotation, and it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name does not have a biblical background, and common variants include Susan and Sookie. Notable individuals with this name include Sudie Crouch and Sudie Williams.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sudie"
Pronunciation
/ˈsuːdi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Sudie is a diminutive form of the name Susan, which is derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose'.
Meaning
lily, rose
Language Evolution
Shoshana (Hebrew), Susan (Old French, Middle English), Sudie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Sudie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a pet form of Susan, particularly in the Southern United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Susan, Suze, Sookie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sudie is perceived as a charming and vintage name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Sudie Crouch (American artist), Sudie Williams (American politician)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 99 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sudie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sudie"
"Sudie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 702nd of 9107 | 1,911 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1168th of 9204 | 742 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2531st of 12526 | 378 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Sudie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sudie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
20.12% 476th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
32.09% 755th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
51.95% 1482nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sudie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sudie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sudie" in the United States
The name Sudie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sudie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Sudie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 702nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1168th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2531st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Sudie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.