Etta vs Susan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Etta

Girl #976 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#976
Total SSA Count
266
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ettie

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Susan

Girl #1,137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,137
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suze

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Popularity Comparison

Etta Rank #976
Susan Rank #1,137

Etta is more popular, ranked #976 vs #1137 for Susan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Etta ___

  • Etta Rose
  • Etta Jane
  • Etta Mae
  • Etta Louise
  • Etta Claire

Susan ___

  • Susan Marie
  • Susan Elizabeth
  • Susan Claire
  • Susan Ann
  • Susan Louise
  • Susan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Etta

Hazel Pearl Leo Mabel Otto

If you choose Susan

Barbara Linda Patricia Michael David

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Etta or Susan more popular?

Etta is more popular, ranked #976 compared to Susan at #1137 in the United States.

What do Etta and Susan mean?

Etta means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Susan means "lily" (Hebrew origin).

Are Etta and Susan boy or girl names?

Etta is primarily a girl name. Susan is primarily a girl name.

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