"lily, rose"
Origin: Hebrew (Shoshana)
Language: Hebrew
Suzie
Pronunciation: [ s-UHZ-ee ]
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"graceful, beautiful"
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The Story of Suzie
Suzie is a diminutive of Susan, which derives from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning lily or rose. The name has a warm vintage-Americana quality, most popular in the 1940s-1960s when Susan was one of America's most popular names. Suzie as a standalone name carries the same cheerful, unpretentious energy of classic American nicknames-as-names like Rosie and Annie.
Susan was a top-5 name in the United States from 1945 to 1975, and Suzie was its popular informal variant. The name has declined sharply as Susan itself fell out of fashion, but retains a beloved retro quality that appeals to parents seeking nostalgic names.
Suzie Q (a 1957 Creedence Clearwater Revival song) and countless other cultural references embedded Suzie in mid-century American culture. The name carries a quintessential 1950s-60s Americana feeling.
Historical Record
Suzie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,276 babies have been named Suzie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Suzie is past its peak , currently ranked #4,660 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Suzie Q became famous as a 1957 rock song, covered by Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1968
- Susan was the #1 baby name in the United States in 1947
- The Hebrew Shoshana (lily/rose) underlies both Susan and Suzanne across many languages
Suzie in Other Languages
French
Suzette
German
Susanne
Hebrew
שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (Shoshana)
Italian
Susanna
Spanish
Susana
Popularity Over Time
#4,660
Current Rank
Peaked 1962
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Suzie
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Suzi Quatro
Musician
1950
American rock musician and actress who was a pioneer of glam rock in the 1970s
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Suzie Q Fictional
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,660
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Su
Suz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Suzie
What does the name Suzie mean?
"lily, rose" (from Hebrew (Shoshana)). "graceful, beautiful" (from Persian (Suzan)). Suzie is a diminutive of Susan, which derives from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning lily or rose. The name has a warm vintage-Americana quality, most popular in the 1940s-1960s when Susan was one of America's most popular names. Suzie as a standalone name carries the same cheerful, unpretentious energy of classic American nicknames-as-names like Rosie and Annie.
What is the origin of the name Suzie?
Suzie has Hebrew (Shoshana), Persian (Suzan), English, and American origins. In Hebrew (Shoshana), it means "lily, rose". In Persian (Suzan), it means "graceful, beautiful".
Is Suzie a boy or girl name?
Suzie is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Suzie?
Suzie is pronounced s-UHZ-ee.
How popular is the name Suzie?
Suzie is currently ranked #4660 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Suzie?
Common nicknames for Suzie include Suz.
What are good middle names for Suzie?
Popular middle name pairings include Suzie Mae, Suzie Ann, Suzie Grace, Suzie Lee, Suzie Jane, Suzie Belle, and Suzie Lou.
What are good sibling names for Suzie?
Names that pair well with Suzie as siblings include Tommy, Rosie, Johnny, Annie, Freddie, Billie, and Millie.
How many syllables does Suzie have?
Suzie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Suzie a common or rare name?
Suzie is an uncommon name, ranked #4660 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Suzie
Suzie is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "lily, rose" in Hebrew (Shoshana) .
Suzie is currently ranked #4,660 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Suzie has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-UHZ-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Suzie include Su and Suz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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