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About Susan
Classic American simplicity characterizes this straightforward choice, popular throughout the mid-twentieth century and now experiencing quiet rediscovery. The name carries no pretension, no complications—just two clear syllables that everyone recognizes and can spell correctly. This reliability has tremendous value in an era of increasingly elaborate naming conventions. The vintage quality feels fresh again, offering retro charm without feeling dated. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its no-nonsense directness and its association with competence and trustworthiness. The name suggests someone practical yet warm, capable yet kind. It works seamlessly across all ages and contexts, from kindergarten through retirement. Numerous notable women have carried this name with distinction, establishing a legacy of accomplishment and grace. Consider how this understated choice allows your daughter's personality and achievements to shine without a flashy name competing for attention.
Popularity of the Name Susan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #80 | ||||
| 1881 | #79 | ||||
| 1882 | #79 | ||||
| 1883 | #85 | ||||
| 1884 | #94 | ||||
| 1885 | #100 | ||||
| 1886 | #102 | ||||
| 1887 | #99 | ||||
| 1888 | #106 | ||||
| 1889 | #107 | ||||
| 1890 | #115 | ||||
| 1891 | #106 | ||||
| 1892 | #123 | ||||
| 1893 | #122 | ||||
| 1894 | #125 | ||||
| 1895 | #120 | ||||
| 1896 | #138 | ||||
| 1897 | #140 | ||||
| 1898 | #135 | ||||
| 1899 | #134 | ||||
| 1900 | #144 | #132 | |||
| 1901 | #145 | ||||
| 1902 | #155 | #148 | |||
| 1903 | #163 | #138 | |||
| 1904 | #166 | #138 | |||
| 1905 | #165 | #145 | |||
| 1906 | #166 | ||||
| 1907 | #167 | #122 | |||
| 1908 | #170 | #175 | |||
| 1909 | #164 | ||||
| 1910 | #173 | ||||
| 1911 | #167 | #161 | |||
| 1912 | #186 | #149 | |||
| 1913 | #196 | ||||
| 1914 | #200 | #192 | |||
| 1915 | #202 | #202 | |||
| 1916 | #207 | ||||
| 1917 | #210 | ||||
| 1918 | #208 | ||||
| 1919 | #217 | ||||
| 1920 | #225 | ||||
| 1921 | #222 | ||||
| 1922 | #229 | #187 | |||
| 1923 | #228 | ||||
| 1924 | #227 | ||||
| 1925 | #219 | ||||
| 1926 | #215 | ||||
| 1927 | #218 | ||||
| 1928 | #220 | ||||
| 1929 | #210 | #205 | |||
| 1930 | #192 | #204 | |||
| 1931 | #180 | #167 | |||
| 1932 | #158 | #135 | |||
| 1933 | #149 | ||||
| 1934 | #138 | #159 | |||
| 1935 | #126 | #190 | |||
| 1936 | #110 | #129 | |||
| 1937 | #97 | #153 | |||
| 1938 | #71 | #83 | |||
| 1939 | #44 | #76 | |||
| 1940 | #36 | #73 | |||
| 1941 | #27 | #71 | |||
| 1942 | #21 | #66 | |||
| 1943 | #18 | #45 | |||
| 1944 | #13 | #28 | |||
| 1945 | #10 | #19 | |||
| 1946 | #8 | #11 | |||
| 1947 | #8 | #4 | |||
| 1948 | #5 | #6 | |||
| 1949 | #5 | #5 | |||
| 1950 | #5 | #4 | |||
| 1951 | #6 | #3 | |||
| 1952 | #5 | #3 | |||
| 1953 | #5 | #2 | |||
| 1954 | #5 | #2 | |||
| 1955 | #5 | #1 | |||
| 1956 | #5 | #1 | |||
| 1957 | #2 | #2 | |||
| 1958 | #2 | #1 | |||
| 1959 | #2 | #1 | |||
| 1960 | #2 | #1 | |||
| 1961 | #3 | #1 | |||
| 1962 | #3 | #1 | |||
| 1963 | #3 | #1 | |||
| 1964 | #3 | #2 | #22 | ||
| 1965 | #5 | #2 | #19 | ||
| 1966 | #6 | #4 | #22 | ||
| 1967 | #5 | #5 | #15 | ||
| 1968 | #10 | #11 | #14 | ||
| 1969 | #11 | #11 | #17 | ||
| 1970 | #15 | #19 | #19 | ||
| 1971 | #17 | #18 | #23 | ||
| 1972 | #24 | #25 | #21 | ||
| 1973 | #25 | #29 | #24 | ||
| 1974 | #27 | #45 | #18 | ||
| 1975 | #32 | #40 | #20 | ||
| 1976 | #40 | #39 | #20 | ||
| 1977 | #45 | #47 | #19 | ||
| 1978 | #49 | #48 | #25 | ||
| 1979 | #51 | #50 | #28 | ||
| 1980 | #62 | #64 | #29 | ||
| 1981 | #71 | #79 | #30 | ||
| 1982 | #76 | #112 | #27 | ||
| 1983 | #86 | #93 | #30 | ||
| 1984 | #90 | #86 | #31 | ||
| 1985 | #106 | #151 | #37 | ||
| 1986 | #118 | #129 | #34 | ||
| 1987 | #125 | #118 | #41 | ||
| 1988 | #140 | #131 | #47 | ||
| 1989 | #161 | #115 | #54 | ||
| 1990 | #172 | #226 | #69 | ||
| 1991 | #203 | #219 | #83 | #262 | |
| 1992 | #206 | #202 | #75 | #290 | |
| 1993 | #233 | #327 | #92 | #352 | |
| 1994 | #274 | #223 | #91 | #382 | |
| 1995 | #312 | #116 | #318 | ||
| 1996 | #298 | #290 | #101 | #335 | |
| 1997 | #347 | #439 | #155 | #377 | |
| 1998 | #374 | #474 | #318 | #178 | #509 |
| 1999 | #395 | #454 | #152 | #516 | |
| 2000 | #409 | #538 | #237 | #553 | |
| 2001 | #436 | #562 | #203 | #530 | |
| 2002 | #464 | #658 | #226 | #782 | |
| 2003 | #498 | #750 | #178 | #663 | |
| 2004 | #530 | #811 | #285 | #970 | |
| 2005 | #586 | #791 | #243 | ||
| 2006 | #587 | #679 | #322 | #770 | |
| 2007 | #637 | #791 | #389 | #345 | #929 |
| 2008 | #700 | #794 | #657 | #952 | |
| 2009 | #749 | #830 | #532 | #823 | |
| 2010 | #772 | #307 | |||
| 2011 | #765 | #915 | #464 | ||
| 2012 | #816 | #661 | |||
| 2013 | #834 | ||||
| 2014 | #847 | #647 | |||
| 2015 | #913 | ||||
| 2016 | #909 | #646 | |||
| 2017 | #963 | ||||
| 2020 | #975 | ||||
| 2018 | #600 | ||||
| 2019 | #680 | ||||
| 2021 | #727 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Susan
Names Similar to Susan
Nicknames for Susan
- Sue
- Susie
- Suzy
- Suse
Famous People Named Susan
| Susan B. Anthony | American women's rights activist and suffragist |
| Susan Sarandon | Academy Award-winning American actress |
| Susan Sontag | Influential American writer, philosopher, and activist |
| Susan Boyle | Scottish singer and "Britain's Got Talent" sensation |
| Susan Wojcicki | CEO of YouTube |
| Susan Rice | Former U.S. National Security Advisor and Ambassador to the United Nations |
| Susan Cain | Author of "Quiet - The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking" |
| Susan Lucci | American actress known for her role on "All My Children" |
| Susan Tedeschi | American blues and soul singer |
| Susan Seaforth Hayes | American soap opera actress |
| Susan Dey | Actress known for her role on "The Partridge Family" |
| Susan Downey | Film producer and wife of actor Robert Downey Jr |
| Susan Hampshire | English actress with a distinguished career |
| Susan George | English actress and film producer |
| Susan Olsen | Actress known for her role as Cindy Brady on "The Brady Bunch" |
| Susan Enan | British singer-songwriter |
| Susan Howe | Renowned American poet, essayist, and critic |
| Susan Solomon | Atmospheric chemist and Nobel laureate |
| Susan Faludi | Pulitzer Prize-winning American journalist and author |
| Susan Jeffers | American psychologist and self-help author |
Characters Named Susan
| Susan Pevensie | Character in C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia" series |
| Susan Mayer | Main character in the TV show "Desperate Housewives" |
| Susan Walker | Character in the film "Miracle on 34th Street" |
| Susan Sto Helit | Fictional character in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series |
| Susan Ivanova | Character in the TV series "Babylon 5" |
| Susan Delgado | Character in Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series |
| Susan Bones | Character in the "Harry Potter" book series |
| Susan Vance | Character played by Katharine Hepburn in the film "Bringing Up Baby" |
| Susan Foreman | The Doctor's granddaughter in the TV series "Doctor Who" |
| Susan Evers | One of the twin sisters in the film "The Parent Trap" |
| Susan Grimshaw | Character in the video game "Red Dead Redemption 2" |
| Susan Strong | Character in the animated TV series "Adventure Time" |
| Susan Test | Character in the animated TV series "Johnny Test" |
| Susan Murphy/Ginormica | Character in the animated film "Monsters vs. Aliens" |
| Susan Long | Character in the animated TV series "American Dragon - Jake Long" |
| Susan Johnson | Character in the novel "The Rules of Magic" by Alice Hoffman |
| Susan Pleszewicz | Character in the TV series "My So-Called Life" |
| Susan Hargrove | Character in the TV series "Stranger Things" |
| Susan Norton | Character in the novel "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin |
| Susan Ashworth | Protagonist in the video game "The Cat Lady" |