Declining since 1996, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Suzette since 1912
Babies named Suzette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 37 |
| 1920s | 80 |
| 1930s | 194 |
| 1940s | 1,374 |
| 1950s | 3,128 |
| 1960s | 6,155 |
| 1970s | 2,722 |
| 1980s | 1,028 |
| 1990s | 956 |
| 2000s | 675 |
| 2010s | 414 |
| 2020s | 200 |
Meaning & origin
Suzette is a diminutive of Susanne that entered English usage via French. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1912, but its peak moment came in 1967, when it was most common among American parents. In 2025, with a rank of 4,661 and about 1 in 55,423 girls receiving the name, Suzette is now rarely chosen. Its trajectory has been falling since 1996. States where Suzette remains relatively more common include Texas. The name's delicate sound and French heritage give it a vintage appeal, though it has not seen a revival in recent decades.
Suzette is a French diminutive of Susanne, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Shoshannah meaning 'lily.' The name Suzette emerged in France as an affectionate, shorter form, similar in structure to other French diminutives like Nanette. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1960s.
Where Suzette 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.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Suzie, Sue, Zette
Sibling names for Suzette
Names that share Suzette's style, for a brother or sister.
