Suzy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOO-zee / ˈsuː.ziHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Lily; English: Diminutive of Susan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Suzy is often considered a diminutive of Susan, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'lily.' It gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. The name has been used affectionately and informally, contributing to its charm and appeal.
Trend Summary
Suzy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Suzie
- Susie
International Variants
- Susi (German)
- Suze (Dutch)
Famous people named Suzy
Suzy Bogguss is an American country music singer and songwriter known for her hit songs in the 1990s.
Suzy Menkes is a British fashion journalist recognized for her influential work in fashion journalism.
Suzy Amis is an American actress and environmental advocate known for her roles in films like 'Titanic.'.
Suzy Nakamura is an American actress and comedian known for her work in television and film.
Fictional characters named Suzy
Suzy Derkins is a character in the 'Calvin and Hobbes' comic strip, known for her interactions with Calvin.
Suzy Carmichael is a character in the animated series 'Rugrats,' known as one of the toddlers' friends.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Suzy was first seen in the United States in 1913. Suzy has ranked as high as #910 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Suzy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Suzy (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 39 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 51 |
| 1943 | 48 |
| 1944 | 41 |
| 1945 | 41 |
| 1946 | 67 |
| 1947 | 65 |
| 1948 | 46 |
| 1949 | 42 |
| 1950 | 38 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 54 |
| 1953 | 49 |
| 1954 | 44 |
| 1955 | 45 |
| 1956 | 68 |
| 1957 | 86 |
| 1958 | 167 |
| 1959 | 162 |
| 1960 | 145 |
| 1961 | 170 |
| 1962 | 228 |
| 1963 | 199 |
| 1964 | 182 |
| 1965 | 131 |
| 1966 | 112 |
| 1967 | 108 |
| 1968 | 79 |
| 1969 | 78 |
| 1970 | 75 |
| 1971 | 61 |
| 1972 | 58 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 40 |
| 1977 | 57 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 53 |
| 1980 | 43 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 14 |