A 1940s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Suzanne since 1880
Babies named Suzanne per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Suzanne's real moment was 1946.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 70 |
| 1890s | 104 |
| 1900s | 268 |
| 1910s | 1,398 |
| 1920s | 4,390 |
| 1930s | 12,760 |
| 1940s | 41,405 |
| 1950s | 50,330 |
| 1960s | 59,761 |
| 1970s | 29,034 |
| 1980s | 12,984 |
| 1990s | 4,248 |
| 2000s | 1,457 |
| 2010s | 738 |
| 2020s | 362 |
Meaning & origin
Suzanne is the French form of Susanna, a name with biblical roots meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1880, but its strongest era was the 1940s, peaking in 1946 as a popular choice for baby girls. After a period of decline, the name has been rising in use since 2019, suggesting a revival among parents seeking classic French names. In recent years, it has been most common in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and New York. While not as common as its English counterpart Susan, Suzanne retains a distinctive French elegance that appeals to those wanting a name with international flair.
Suzanne is the French form of Susanna, derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' The name appears in the New Testament and was common among early Christians. In France, it has been in use since the Middle Ages and was popularized in the English-speaking world through French influence. It saw a surge in mid-20th century America, peaking in 1946.
Where Suzanne is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Suzanne” around the world
Where Suzanne lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#72
in 2024
Quebec
7
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sue, Suzy, Suzie, Suki
Sibling names for Suzanne
Names that share Suzanne's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Marie, Louise, Claire, Jeanne, Renée, Jeanette, Kristi, Lisa, Michele, Yvonne, Janene, Jeanine, Julieann, Luanne, Marylou, Rosanne, Roseanne, Joannie, Louanne, Bettyjean, Jenean, Jobeth, Linzi, Lisanne, Mechele, Krisanne, Margaretann, Rexanne, Stephene, Bettyanne, Danamarie, Doranne, Jillane, Joyanne, Judianne, Kimmarie, Lizann, Maridee, Zoeann
Brothers: Pierre, Luc, Jean, Paul, André, Billyjoe, Deonne, Adolphe
Names like Suzanne
Names whose popularity has moved with Suzanne's over the last 50 years.
