Shoshanna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsho-SHAN-nah / ʃoʊˈʃɑːnəHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: lily; Yiddish: rose
Historical & Cultural Background
Shoshanna is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the meaning 'lily.' It has been used in Jewish communities and has cultural significance in various traditions. The name is also popular in Yiddish-speaking cultures, where it can symbolize beauty and grace.
Trend Summary
Shoshanna has seen a steady presence in baby name popularity in the United States, particularly among Jewish families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shoshana
- Shoshanah
International Variants
- Sosanna (Italian)
- Susanna (Latin)
- Shoshana (Hebrew)
Famous people named Shoshanna
Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss is an American fashion designer and entrepreneur known for founding the clothing line Shoshanna.
Shoshanna Stone is a British music industry executive recognized for her work in artist management and development.
Shoshanna B. is a prominent American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
Shoshanna D. is an acclaimed author known for her novels exploring themes of identity and culture.
Fictional characters named Shoshanna
Shoshanna Dreyfus is a character in Quentin Tarantino's film 'Inglourious Basterds,' known for her quest for revenge against the Nazis.
Shoshanna is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' where she participates in various educational adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shoshanna was first seen in the United States in 1960. Shoshanna has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Shoshanna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shoshanna (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |