Susannah
Susannah first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1975, when 152 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Susannah popular?
Vintage Susannah is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1975.
| 2020s | 371 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 831 | |
| 2000s | 953 | |
| 1990s | 1,242 | |
| 1980s | 1,226 | |
| 1970s | 1,422 | |
| 1960s | 758 | |
| 1950s | 320 | |
| 1940s | 253 | |
| 1930s | 137 | |
| 1920s | 99 | |
| 1910s | 74 | |
| 1900s | 33 | |
| 1890s | 31 | |
| 1880s | 34 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Susannah mean?
From Hebrew 'shoshannah', from 'shoshan' meaning 'lily' (in modern Hebrew the same word can mean 'rose'). Reaches English via Greek 'Sousanna'. The original biblical sense is 'lily'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Susannah mean?
Susannah means Lily. From Hebrew 'shoshannah', from 'shoshan' meaning 'lily' (in modern Hebrew the same word can mean 'rose'). Reaches English via Greek 'Sousanna'. The original biblical sense is 'lily'.
What is the origin of the name Susannah?
Susannah is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Susannah?
Susannah is pronounced “soo-ZAN-uh.”
Is Susannah a boy or a girl name?
Susannah is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Susannah a popular name right now?
Susannah is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1975.
How popular is the name Susannah?
In 2025, Susannah ranked #2536 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Susannah most popular?
Susannah was most popular in 1975, when about 152 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Susannah?
Names similar to Susannah include Shira, Yael, Tamar, Shifra, Malka.
What names go well with Susannah?
hebrew names that pair well with Susannah include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.