Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Susanne has Hebrew origins, meaning 'lily' or 'rose', and evolved from Shoshannah through Latin and French forms. It has biblical relevance and gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages. The name is perceived as traditional and elegant in modern times, with several notable individuals bearing the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/suːˈzæn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Susanne is derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, which means 'lily' or 'rose'. It has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
Meaning
lily, rose
Language Evolution
Shoshannah (Hebrew), Susanna (Latin), Suzanne (French), Susanne (German)
Biblical Background
The name Susanna appears in the New Testament, in the story of Susanna and the Elders, which is found in the Book of Daniel.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages and has remained a classic name in many cultures, particularly in French and German-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Susanna, Suzanne, Suze, Susi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Susanne is often viewed as a traditional yet elegant name, appealing to parents who favor classic names with historical significance.
Famous People
Susanne Collins, author of 'The Hunger Games', Susanne Bier, Danish film director, Susanne Vega, American singer-songwriter
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 713 peak births in 1949
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1003rd of 9107 | 939 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 446th of 9204 | 4,434 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 356th of 12526 | 12,036 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 480th of 19264 | 6,725 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1614th of 27321 | 1,398 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5972nd of 35406 | 327 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
54.31% 769th/1416 |
40.17% 554th/1379 |
- |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.48% 363rd/1546 |
17.74% 276th/1556 |
40.42% 951st/2353 |
25.66% 397th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
13.92% 310th/2227 |
10.29% 250th/2430 |
20.33% 580th/2853 |
13.98% 388th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.78% 434th/2937 |
10.57% 368th/3483 |
18.25% 642nd/3518 |
13.03% 527th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.31% 1633rd/3685 |
27.44% 1228th/4475 |
39.72% 2063rd/5194 |
28.54% 1803rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Massachusetts across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1003rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 446th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 356th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 480th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1614th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5972nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.