"lily, rose"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Spanish
Susana
Pronunciation: [ s-oos-AHN-uh ]
Girl Name
#2,325 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A timeless Spanish classic meaning lily
Spanish
Portuguese
Latin American
Hebrew
Classic
Elegant
Traditional
Gentle
Meaning & Origin
"graceful lily"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Susana
Susana is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Susanna, derived from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning lily or rose. The name appears in the Apocrypha as Susanna, a virtuous woman falsely accused and vindicated by the prophet Daniel. It traveled through Greek as Sousanna and Latin as Susanna before spreading across the romance-language world. In Spain and Latin America, Susana has maintained a timeless classical appeal.
Susana has been consistently popular in Spain and Latin America throughout the 20th century. Argentine TV presenter Susana Gimenez — one of the most famous personalities in Latin American television — has kept the name prominently in the public eye.
The Apocryphal story of Susanna (Daniel 13) made the name a symbol of female virtue and courage against false accusation. In Hispanic Catholic culture, Susana carries both biblical significance and cultural warmth.
Fun Facts
- Susana Gimenez is one of the most famous TV hosts in Latin America, a household name in Argentina
- The Mozart opera Le nozze di Figaro features Susanna as the resourceful heroine
Susana in Other Languages
French
Suzanne
Hebrew
Shoshana
English
Susan
Italian
Susanna
Spanish
Susana
Portuguese
Susana
Famous People Named Susana
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Susana Gimenez
Entertainer
1944
Iconic Argentine television host, actress, and media personality
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,325
- Total SSA Count
- 79
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Latin American Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Susi
Susu
Sana
Ana
Pairs Well With
Susana Maria
Susana Isabel
Susana Rosa
Susana Elena
Susana Carmen
Susana Lucia
Susana Victoria
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Susana is also used as a boy name, ranked #18124.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Susana
What does the name Susana mean?
"lily, rose" (from Hebrew). "graceful lily" (from Hebrew). Susana is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Susanna, derived from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning lily or rose. The name appears in the Apocrypha as Susanna, a virtuous woman falsely accused and vindicated by the prophet Daniel. It traveled through Greek as Sousanna and Latin as Susanna before spreading across the romance-language world. In Spain and Latin America, Susana has maintained a timeless classical appeal.
What is the origin of the name Susana?
Susana has Hebrew, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew, it means "lily, rose". In Hebrew, it means "graceful lily".
Is Susana a boy or girl name?
Susana is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2325. As a boy name, it is ranked #18124. Susana is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Susana?
Susana is pronounced s-oos-AHN-uh.
How popular is the name Susana?
Susana is currently ranked #2325 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Susana?
Common nicknames for Susana include Susi, Susu, Sana, and Ana.
What are good middle names for Susana?
Popular middle name pairings include Susana Maria, Susana Isabel, Susana Rosa, Susana Elena, Susana Carmen, Susana Lucia, and Susana Victoria.
What are good sibling names for Susana?
Names that pair well with Susana as siblings include Catalina, Elena, Valentina, Isabela, Pablo, Diego, and Mateo.
How many syllables does Susana have?
Susana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Susana a common or rare name?
Susana is an uncommon name, ranked #2325 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Susana
Susana is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Hebrew origins . The name means "lily, rose" in Hebrew .
Is Susana a boy or girl name? Susana is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,325 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #18,124. Susana is more commonly used as a girl name.
Susana is currently ranked #2,325 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Susana has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-oos-AHN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Susana include Susi, Susu, Sana, and Ana. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Susana include Susan, Susanna, Susannah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.