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Zsazsa

ZHAH-zhah · Of uncertain origin; likely a diminutive or variant of Zsa Zsa, itself a Hungarian diminutive of Susan or a nickname from Hungarian "zsázsa" meaning "little rose".

Peak popularity
1965
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Zsazsa since 1957

Babies named Zsazsa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511161960198020002020Most births 1965Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s23
1960s89
1970s50
1980s18
1990s21
2000s42
2010s52
2020s13

Meaning & origin

The name Zsazsa, a distinctive spelling of Zsa Zsa, first appeared in U.S. records in 1957, likely inspired by the celebrity of actress Zsa Zsa Gabor. It reached its peak usage in 1965, the same year Gabor remained a prominent figure in popular culture. Since then, its popularity has been stable but extremely low, with no recorded ranking in recent years. The name has never been tied to any particular state; its usage is scattered. As a modern, media-influenced name, Zsazsa carries the exotic flair of its Hungarian origins while remaining a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking an unconventional and memorable name.

Zsazsa is a spelling variant of Zsa Zsa, which gained visibility through the Hungarian-American actress Zsa Zsa Gabor (born Sári Gábor). The name Zsa Zsa is often considered a Hungarian diminutive of Susan or a pet name derived from the Hungarian word "zsázsa," meaning "little rose." However, its use as a given name in English-speaking countries is largely a modern, fame-driven adoption, popularized in the mid-20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Zsa, Zsa Zsa

Variants: Zsa Zsa, Zsazsa

Sibling names for Zsazsa

Names that share Zsazsa's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Greta, Lola, Zara, Mona, Tilda

Brothers: Zoltan, Laszlo, Miklos, Otto, Bela

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Zsazsa mean?
The meaning of Zsazsa is uncertain. It is likely a Hungarian diminutive form of Susan or derived from the Hungarian word for "little rose."
How popular is the name Zsazsa?
Zsazsa is very rare. According to U.S. data, it was first recorded in 1957, peaked in 1965, and has not appeared in recent top ranks; its trajectory is stable but minimal.
Is Zsazsa a boy or girl name?
Zsazsa is almost exclusively used for girls.