Holding steady.
Popularity of Sussie since 1884
Babies named Sussie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1922, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Sussie's real moment was 1884.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 12 |
| 1890s | 19 |
| 1900s | 43 |
| 1910s | 100 |
| 1920s | 126 |
| 1930s | 40 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 24 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sussie is a diminutive form of Susan or Susanna, which originated from the Hebrew Shoshannah, meaning 'lily'. The name Susan became widespread in English-speaking countries during the 18th and 19th centuries, and Sussie emerged as an affectionate nickname. First recorded in the U.S. in 1884, its peak year was 1884, when it was most commonly used. Since then, Sussie's usage has declined significantly, and it is no longer ranked among popular choices. Its trajectory is stable, meaning it has not seen a recent revival. With no top states recorded, the name was never heavily concentrated regionally. Today, Sussie is a rare vintage option, appealing to those who appreciate late 19th-century naming styles.
Sussie is a diminutive form of Susan or Susanna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning 'lily'. The name Susan became popular in English-speaking countries in the 18th and 19th centuries, and Sussie emerged as a familiar, affectionate variant. Its use peaked in the United States in the 1880s, reflecting the popularity of similar diminutives like Susie.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sue, Suzy
Sibling names for Sussie
Names that share Sussie's style, for a brother or sister.
