Susannah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsoo-ZAN-uh / /suːˈzænə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: lily; English: grace
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Susannah has roots in Hebrew, derived from the word 'shoshannah,' meaning lily. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the 17th century and has been associated with several notable figures throughout history. It is often linked to biblical references, notably in the Book of Daniel.
Trend Summary
The name Susannah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Susana
- Suzanne
- Sukie
International Variants
- Susana (Spanish)
- Suzanne (French)
- Sosanna (Hungarian)
Famous people named Susannah
Susannah York was a British actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Killing of Sister George' and 'The Ballad of Cable Hogue'.
Susannah Constantine is a British television presenter and fashion expert, recognized for her work on 'What Not to Wear'.
Susannah Cahalan is an American journalist and author, best known for her memoir 'Brain on Fire'.
Susannah Fielding is a British actress known for her performances in television series such as 'The Last Kingdom'.
Fictional characters named Susannah
Susannah Dean is a character in Stephen King's 'The Dark Tower' series, serving as a key figure in the narrative.
Susannah is a character in the children's book 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, representing innocence and curiosity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Susannah was first seen in the United States in 1882. Susannah has ranked as high as #926 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Susannah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Susannah (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1882 | 7 |
1884 | 8 |
1885 | 7 |
1886 | 5 |
1887 | 7 |
1891 | 5 |
1894 | 5 |
1895 | 8 |
1897 | 7 |
1899 | 6 |
1900 | 6 |
1903 | 6 |
1904 | 5 |
1905 | 5 |
1906 | 5 |
1909 | 6 |
1910 | 6 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 8 |
1915 | 9 |
1916 | 9 |
1917 | 13 |
1918 | 10 |
1919 | 9 |
1920 | 11 |
1921 | 7 |
1922 | 8 |
1923 | 15 |
1924 | 13 |
1925 | 5 |
1926 | 11 |
1927 | 11 |
1928 | 11 |
1929 | 7 |
1930 | 12 |
1931 | 11 |
1932 | 8 |
1933 | 7 |
1934 | 13 |
1935 | 11 |
1936 | 12 |
1937 | 21 |
1938 | 16 |
1939 | 26 |
1940 | 16 |
1941 | 23 |
1942 | 18 |
1943 | 31 |
1944 | 16 |
1945 | 24 |
1946 | 38 |
1947 | 21 |
1948 | 33 |
1949 | 33 |
1950 | 23 |
1951 | 25 |
1952 | 26 |
1953 | 42 |
1954 | 33 |
1955 | 33 |
1956 | 27 |
1957 | 30 |
1958 | 41 |
1959 | 40 |
1960 | 33 |
1961 | 42 |
1962 | 56 |
1963 | 60 |
1964 | 62 |
1965 | 64 |
1966 | 85 |
1967 | 113 |
1968 | 111 |
1969 | 132 |
1970 | 134 |
1971 | 137 |
1972 | 142 |
1973 | 149 |
1974 | 131 |
1975 | 152 |
1976 | 149 |
1977 | 135 |
1978 | 150 |
1979 | 143 |
1980 | 116 |
1981 | 139 |
1982 | 132 |
1983 | 119 |
1984 | 120 |
1985 | 122 |
1986 | 105 |
1987 | 121 |
1988 | 132 |
1989 | 121 |
1990 | 137 |
1991 | 143 |
1992 | 123 |
1993 | 118 |
1994 | 129 |
1995 | 138 |
1996 | 140 |
1997 | 127 |
1998 | 94 |
1999 | 93 |
2000 | 116 |
2001 | 90 |
2002 | 106 |
2003 | 97 |
2004 | 99 |
2005 | 91 |
2006 | 95 |
2007 | 94 |
2008 | 88 |
2009 | 77 |
2010 | 73 |
2011 | 78 |
2012 | 106 |
2013 | 97 |
2014 | 93 |
2015 | 81 |
2016 | 94 |
2017 | 81 |
2018 | 62 |
2019 | 66 |
2020 | 79 |
2021 | 61 |
2022 | 53 |
2023 | 45 |
2024 | 63 |