Susanna
Susanna: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Susanna
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Σουσάννα (Sousánna), the New Testament form of Hebrew שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (šōšannā, “lily”).
How popular is Susanna?
Since 1880, 19,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Susanna. Its highest rank for girls was #336 in 1884. In 2025, 197 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Susanna
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Susanna FAQ
What does the name Susanna mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. From Ancient Greek Σουσάννα (Sousánna), the New Testament form of Hebrew שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (šōšannā, “lily”).
What is the origin of the name Susanna?
Susanna is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Susanna?
Since 1880, 19,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Susanna. Its highest rank for girls was #336 in 1884. In 2025, 197 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Susanna a boy or girl name?
Susanna is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 19,987 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.