Susette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: soo-ZET /suːˈzɛt/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: Little Susanna; Latin: Lily
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Susette is derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning "lily" or "rose." This name passed into Greek as Σοφία (Sophia), which means "wisdom," and then into Latin as Susanna. The name Susanna appears in the Septuagint, a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, and is notably featured in the Book of Daniel, where Susanna is a virtuous woman falsely accused of adultery.
The name eventually made its way into Old French as Suzanne, which was further adapted into various forms, including Susette, in the English language during the 19th century. Throughout history, the name Susanna and its derivatives have been borne by several notable figures, including saints and artists.
In the Christian tradition, Saint Susanna is recognized as a martyr, and her feast day is celebrated in various liturgical calendars. The name gained prominence in literature and art, particularly during the Renaissance, when biblical stories were frequently depicted, including that of Susanna and the Elders.
This cultural resonance contributed to the name's enduring presence in European languages. The diminutive form Susette carries a sense of affection and familiarity, often used in familial or intimate contexts.
The name has been associated with themes of purity and beauty, reflecting its floral origins. Additionally, Susette has appeared in various literary works and musical compositions, further embedding it in cultural narratives.
The name's historical significance and its connections to virtue and beauty have allowed it to maintain a lasting appeal across generations.
Famous people named Susette
In this section, you will find notable people named Susette. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Susette who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Susette who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Susette La Flesche is a writer and activist best known for her work in Native American rights and her speeches against the Dawes Act.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Susette was first seen in the United States in 1943.
Susette has ranked as high as #1032 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Minnesota, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Susette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Susette is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Susette was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Susette (1970)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Susette.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1968 | 48 |
| 1967 | 56 |
| 1966 | 46 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1964 | 42 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1961 | 25 |
| 1960 | 21 |
| 1959 | 26 |
| 1958 | 29 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1956 | 51 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1954 | 41 |
| 1953 | 31 |
| 1952 | 40 |
| 1951 | 36 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1946 | 33 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1943 | 9 |