Shoshana
Meaning of Shoshana
Shoshana is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has Hebrew origins and is pronounced as sho-SHAH-nuh (/ʃoʊˈʃɑːnə/). The name Shoshana is associated with the meaning "lily" or "rose" in Hebrew, symbolizing beauty and purity. It is also considered to be a biblical name, as it appears in the Old Testament. Shoshana has variations such as Susanna and Suzanna, which offer different options for parents who love this name but want something slightly different. In terms of popularity, Shoshana has seen fluctuation over the years in the United States. Currently, it ranks 1456th among female names in the country. However, its unique and elegant sound makes it a wonderful choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as sho-SHAH-nuh (/ʃoʊˈʃɑːnə/)
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Notable People Named Shoshana
| Shoshana Bean - Shoshana E. Bean is an American singer, songwriter, and stage actress known for her music releases and acclaimed performances in theater, earning a Tony Award nomination in 2022. |
| Shoshana Rebecca Ungerleider is an accomplished American medical doctor, journalist, and film producer, known for her work in internal medicine, hosting the TED Health Podcast, and founding the non-profit organization End Well. |
| Shoshana Nyree Johnson is a Panamanian-born former United States soldier and the first black female prisoner of war in U.S. military history. |
| Shoshana Damari, the "Queen of Hebrew Music," was a renowned Yemeni-Israeli singer. |
| Shoshana Arbeli-Almozlino was an Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for the Labor Party and the Alignment alliance from 1965 until 1992, and also held the position of Minister of Health from 1986 to 1988. |
| Shoshana Netanyahu was an Israeli judge and lawyer who served as a justice at the Supreme Court of Israel and was married to mathematician Elisha Netanyahu, the uncle of Benjamin Netanyahu, the current Prime Minister of Israel. |
| Shoshana Ribner was an Israeli Olympic swimmer. |
