Suzanna first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Suzanna has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Suzanna

A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "lily" or "rose".

Popularity of Suzanna by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Suzanna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 68 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Suzanna.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 0 68
2022 0 50
2021 0 44
2020 0 49
2019 0 48
2018 0 52
2017 0 65
2016 0 60
2015 0 62
2014 0 64
2013 0 72
2012 0 83
2011 0 79
2010 0 79
2009 0 70
2008 0 97
2007 0 95
2006 0 88
2005 0 101
2004 0 100
2003 0 93
2002 0 109
2001 0 111
2000 0 92
1999 0 112
1998 0 122
1997 0 135
1996 0 149
1995 0 147
1994 0 124
1993 0 114
1992 0 151
1991 0 145
1990 0 128
1989 0 124
1988 0 150
1987 0 134
1986 0 149
1985 0 150
1984 0 161
1983 0 150
1982 0 170
1981 0 160
1980 0 152
1979 0 144
1978 0 158
1977 0 170
1976 0 162
1975 0 154
1974 0 167

The history of the first name Suzanna

The name Suzanna has its origins in the ancient Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew name "Shoshannah", which means "lily" or "rose". The name first appeared in the Old Testament's Book of Daniel, where Suzanna was a righteous woman falsely accused of adultery.

During the late Roman period, the name gained popularity among early Christian communities. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Suzanna, a Roman matron who lived in the 3rd century AD and was renowned for her piety and charitable works.

In the Middle Ages, the name became widespread across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Christian traditions. One notable figure from this era was Suzanna of Brabant (c. 1201-1270), a Flemish noblewoman and saint known for her piety and charitable works.

The Renaissance period saw the name's enduring popularity, with several notable figures bearing it. These included Suzanna Fourment (1599-1675), a Flemish noblewoman and frequent subject of artist Peter Paul Rubens' paintings, and Suzanna van Baerle (1629-1683), a Dutch botanical artist and naturalist.

In the 17th century, Suzanna Anrep (1640-1716) was a Swedish countess and botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant life in her country. Another notable figure was Suzanna Wesley (1669-1742), the mother of John and Charles Wesley, who played a crucial role in the Methodist movement in England.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the name continued to be popular across Europe and beyond. One notable figure was Suzanna Rowson (1762-1824), an American novelist, playwright, and actress known for her novel "Charlotte Temple".

Throughout its history, the name Suzanna has been a symbol of purity, righteousness, and strength, qualities embodied by many of its notable bearers. Its enduring popularity reflects its rich cultural and religious heritage, making it a timeless and meaningful choice for parents across generations.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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