Susan
Meaning of Susan
The name Susan, pronounced SOO-zuhn (/ˈsuːzən/), is a classic female name of Hebrew origin, meaning "lily" or "rose." It has been a popular choice for centuries and carries connotations of grace and elegance. The name has several variations, including Susanna and Suzanne, offering a range of stylistic options while maintaining its timeless charm. Historically, Susan saw peak popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States, ranking as high as the second most popular girls' name in 1958 and 1959. Although it has experienced a decline in recent years, with 218 occurrences in 2023 placing it at rank 1120, Susan remains a beloved name that evokes both simplicity and sophistication. It is often associated with notable figures such as Susan B. Anthony, an influential women's rights activist, adding an element of strength and resilience to its legacy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SOO-zuhn (/ˈsuːzən/)
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Notable People Named Susan
| Susan B. Anthony was a prominent American social reformer and women's rights activist who was instrumental in the women's suffrage movement and also worked as the New York state agent for the American Anti-Slavery Society. |
| Susan La Flesche Picotte was a pioneering Native American doctor and activist from the Omaha tribe, known for being the first Indigenous woman to earn a medical degree and for her advocacy for public health and land rights. |
| Susan Leigh Star (1954–2010) was an influential American sociologist known for her work in the study of information in modern society, qualitative methods methodology, feminist theory approach, and the development of the concept of boundary objects. |
| Susan Diane Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube, is an American business executive with a net worth of $765 million. |
| Susan Charlotte Faludi is an award-winning American feminist, journalist, and author known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning report on the leveraged buyout of Safeway Stores, Inc. and her acclaimed book "In the Darkroom." |
| Susan Jane Helms is a retired United States Air Force lieutenant general and NASA astronaut known for her leadership roles in the Air Force and space command. |
| Susan Brownmiller is a prominent American journalist, author, and feminist activist renowned for her influential book Against Our Will: Men, Women, and Rape. |
| Susan Veronica Kramer, Baroness Kramer PC is a British politician and life peer known for her tenure as Member of Parliament for Richmond Park and as the Treasury Spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats. |
| Susan Orlean is an American journalist, bestselling author, and television writer known for her work at The New Yorker and her books The Orchid Thief and The Library Book. |
| Susan Marie Olsen is an American actress and former radio host, best known for portraying Cindy Brady, the youngest Brady child in the sitcom The Brady Bunch. |
| Susan Saint James is an American actress and activist known for her prominent roles in television, including the detective series McMillan & Wife and the sitcom Kate & Allie. |
| Susan Butcher was a celebrated American dog musher, known for her historic wins in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and honored with Susan Butcher Day in Alaska. |
| Susan Tepper was an American Neo-Expressionist and Figurative painter. |
| Susan Fassbender was an English singer, songwriter, and musician known for her hit single "Twilight Café," which peaked at No. 21 on the UK Singles Chart in February 1981. |
