Susan

Meaning lily
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Su-san

About Susan

In a world where baby names come and go with the trends, Susan remains a steadfast classic that exudes grace and elegance. Derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning "lily" or "rose," Susan carries with it the beautiful symbolism of purity and beauty, much like the flowers it represents.

With variations like Susanna, Suzanne, and Suzette, Susan has a timeless appeal that has captured the hearts of parents for generations. The name's vintage charm adds a touch of nostalgia, while its simplicity ensures it never goes out of style.

Throughout history, Susan has been borne by many influential and accomplished women, such as the celebrated women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, the talented actress Susan Sarandon, and the renowned author Susan Sontag.

Often affectionately shortened to Sue, Suzy, or Susie, this name offers a range of endearing nicknames that can suit any personality.

Whether inspired by the strong female figures who have borne the name or simply drawn to its timeless allure, choosing Susan for a baby girl bestows a name that will stand the test of time and grow with her as she embarks on her own remarkable journey.

Variations of Name Susan

Susanna
Suzanne
Susannah
Suzette

Nicknames for Susan

Sue
Susie
Suzy
Suse

Famous People Named Susan

Susan B. AnthonyAmerican women's rights activist and suffragist
Susan SarandonAcademy Award-winning American actress
Susan SontagInfluential American writer, philosopher, and activist
Susan BoyleScottish singer and "Britain's Got Talent" sensation
Susan WojcickiCEO of YouTube
Susan RiceFormer U.S. National Security Advisor and Ambassador to the United Nations
Susan CainAuthor of "Quiet - The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking"
Susan LucciAmerican actress known for her role on "All My Children"
Susan TedeschiAmerican blues and soul singer
Susan Seaforth HayesAmerican soap opera actress
Susan DeyActress known for her role on "The Partridge Family"
Susan DowneyFilm producer and wife of actor Robert Downey Jr
Susan HampshireEnglish actress with a distinguished career
Susan GeorgeEnglish actress and film producer
Susan OlsenActress known for her role as Cindy Brady on "The Brady Bunch"
Susan EnanBritish singer-songwriter
Susan HoweRenowned American poet, essayist, and critic
Susan SolomonAtmospheric chemist and Nobel laureate
Susan FaludiPulitzer Prize-winning American journalist and author
Susan JeffersAmerican psychologist and self-help author

Characters Named Susan

Susan PevensieCharacter in C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia" series
Susan MayerMain character in the TV show "Desperate Housewives"
Susan WalkerCharacter in the film "Miracle on 34th Street"
Susan Sto HelitFictional character in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series
Susan IvanovaCharacter in the TV series "Babylon 5"
Susan DelgadoCharacter in Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series
Susan BonesCharacter in the "Harry Potter" book series
Susan VanceCharacter played by Katharine Hepburn in the film "Bringing Up Baby"
Susan ForemanThe Doctor's granddaughter in the TV series "Doctor Who"
Susan EversOne of the twin sisters in the film "The Parent Trap"
Susan GrimshawCharacter in the video game "Red Dead Redemption 2"
Susan StrongCharacter in the animated TV series "Adventure Time"
Susan TestCharacter in the animated TV series "Johnny Test"
Susan Murphy/GinormicaCharacter in the animated film "Monsters vs. Aliens"
Susan LongCharacter in the animated TV series "American Dragon - Jake Long"
Susan JohnsonCharacter in the novel "The Rules of Magic" by Alice Hoffman
Susan PleszewiczCharacter in the TV series "My So-Called Life"
Susan HargroveCharacter in the TV series "Stranger Things"
Susan NortonCharacter in the novel "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
Susan AshworthProtagonist in the video game "The Cat Lady"