Zuzu Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ZOO-zoo //ˈzuːzuː//
Origin: Hebrew; English; African
Meaning: God is my strength (Hebrew); a pet form of names like Susan (English); flower (African)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zuzu has its roots in the Hebrew name "Zuzanna," which is derived from the Hebrew word "שושן" (shushan), meaning "lily." This name was later adapted into Greek as "Sousanna" and subsequently into Latin as "Susanna." The transition into English occurred through the Old French form "Suzanne," which was introduced into England during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century. Over time, various diminutive forms emerged, including Zuzu, which is often considered an affectionate or playful variant of Suzanne.
Historically, the name Susanna is notable for its biblical connections, particularly in the Book of Daniel, where Susanna is a virtuous woman wrongfully accused of adultery. This story, which dates back to the 2nd century BCE, has been a significant moral tale in Jewish and Christian traditions, contributing to the name's enduring presence in religious contexts.
The name has also been borne by several saints, including Saint Susanna, a martyr in early Christianity, further solidifying its significance in ecclesiastical history. Culturally, the name Zuzu has been embraced in various artistic and literary works, often symbolizing innocence and purity, akin to the lily from which it derives its meaning.
The name gained additional resonance through its use in popular culture, notably in the film "It’s a Wonderful Life," where Zuzu is the name of a beloved character, representing hope and familial love. This association has contributed to the name's charm and appeal across generations, allowing it to maintain a place in the lexicon of names with historical and cultural weight.
Fictional characters named Zuzu
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Zuzu is a fictional character from the film It's a Wonderful Life. She is the beloved daughter of George and Mary Bailey, known for her sweet innocence and iconic line about the petals of a flower.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zuzu was first seen in the United States in 1999.
Zuzu has ranked as high as #1374 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Zuzu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zuzu 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 Zuzu was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Zuzu (2021)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
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 Zuzu.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 1999 | 5 |