"lily, rose"
Origin: Hebrew Shoshannah
Language: French
Suzanne
Pronunciation: [ s-ooz-AN ]
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"graceful flower"
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The Story of Suzanne
Suzanne is the French form of Susan, which derives from the Hebrew 'Shoshannah' meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' The name appears in the Biblical book of Daniel as Susanna, a virtuous woman falsely accused. It traveled through Greek as Sousanna, Latin as Susanna, and reached France as Suzanne, where it acquired its distinctive French elegance. The French spelling gave the name a more sophisticated, continental air.
Suzanne peaked in the United States and France in the 1950s and 1960s, part of a wave of French-influenced feminine names. Leonard Cohen's iconic 1967 song 'Suzanne' immortalized the name in the counterculture era, keeping it culturally resonant even as its popularity declined.
In France, Suzanne carries the effortless chic of mid-century French femininity. Cohen's 'Suzanne' was inspired by Suzanne Verdal, the wife of a Montreal sculptor, and the song transformed the name into a symbol of mysterious, bohemian beauty.
Historical Record
Suzanne first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 158,839 babies have been named Suzanne in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Suzanne is past its peak , currently ranked #2,532 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Leonard Cohen's song 'Suzanne' was inspired by a real woman named Suzanne Verdal in Montreal
- The Biblical Susanna story in Daniel 13 is one of the earliest detective stories ever written
Suzanne in Other Languages
French
Suzanne
German
Susanne
Hebrew
שושנה (Shoshannah)
Italian
Susanna
Spanish
Susana
Popularity Over Time
#2,532
Current Rank
Peaked 1966
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Suzanne
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Suzanne Collins
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1962
American author of The Hunger Games trilogy
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Suzanne Vega
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1959
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Suzanne Verdal
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1945
The Montreal woman who inspired Leonard Cohen's song 'Suzanne'
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,532
- Total SSA Count
- 70
- Cultural Origins
- French English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Suzanne
What does the name Suzanne mean?
"lily, rose" (from Hebrew Shoshannah). "graceful flower" (from Greek Sousanna). Suzanne is the French form of Susan, which derives from the Hebrew 'Shoshannah' meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' The name appears in the Biblical book of Daniel as Susanna, a virtuous woman falsely accused. It traveled through Greek as Sousanna, Latin as Susanna, and reached France as Suzanne, where it acquired its distinctive French elegance. The French spelling gave the name a more sophisticated, continental air.
What is the origin of the name Suzanne?
Suzanne has Hebrew Shoshannah, Greek Sousanna, French, English, and American origins. In Hebrew Shoshannah, it means "lily, rose". In Greek Sousanna, it means "graceful flower".
Is Suzanne a boy or girl name?
Suzanne is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2532. As a boy name, it is ranked #13493. Suzanne is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Suzanne?
Suzanne is pronounced s-ooz-AN.
How popular is the name Suzanne?
Suzanne is currently ranked #2532 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Suzanne?
Common nicknames for Suzanne include Sue, Suzy, Suze, and Suz.
What are good middle names for Suzanne?
Popular middle name pairings include Suzanne Marie, Suzanne Claire, Suzanne Louise, Suzanne Anne, Suzanne Michelle, Suzanne Renee, and Suzanne Elise.
What are good sibling names for Suzanne?
Names that pair well with Suzanne as siblings include Diane, Colette, Renee, Pierre, Claude, Michelle, and Patricia.
How many syllables does Suzanne have?
Suzanne has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Suzanne a common or rare name?
Suzanne is an uncommon name, ranked #2532 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Suzanne?
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About the Name Suzanne
Suzanne is a girl name with French, English, and American origins . The name means "lily, rose" in Hebrew Shoshannah .
Is Suzanne a boy or girl name? Suzanne is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,532 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,493. Suzanne is more commonly used as a girl name.
Suzanne is currently ranked #2,532 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Suzanne has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-ooz-AN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Suzanne include Sue, Suzy, Suze, and Suz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Suzanne include Suzanna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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