Suzanne

Meaning of Suzanne

The name Suzanne is a popular choice for baby girls. It has a feminine and elegant sound that appeals to many parents. The name originated from the Hebrew name "Shoshannah," which means "lily" or "rose." Suzanne has been used in various cultures and has multiple variations, including Susanna and Susan. In terms of pronunciation, both American English and British English pronounce it as soo-ZAN (/suˈzæn/). Over the years, Suzanne has maintained a consistent level of popularity in the United States. Although it may not be as trendy as some other names, it remains a classic and timeless choice for parents seeking a beautiful and sophisticated name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as soo-ZAN (/suˈzæn/)

British English

  • Pronunced as soo-ZAN (/suːˈzæn/)

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Notable People Named Suzanne

Suzanne Lenglen - Suzanne Rachel Flore Lenglen was a legendary French tennis player, winning numerous Grand Slam titles and being ranked as the greatest women's tennis player from the amateur era.
Suzanne Valadon, born Marie-Clémentine Valadon, was a pioneering French painter and the first woman admitted to the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, known for being the mother of painter Maurice Utrillo.
Suzanne Marie Somers was a multi-talented American actress, singer, and author known for her roles in Three's Company and Step by Step, as well as her work in the health and wellness industry.
Suzanne Vega is an American singer-songwriter known for her folk-inspired music and her influential song "Tom's Diner," earning her the title of "The Mother of the MP3."
Suzanne Ciani is an American musician, composer, and record label executive known for her pioneering work in electronic music and sound design.
Suzanne Pleshette was a versatile American actress known for her work in theatre, film, and television, including her role as Emily Hartley on The Bob Newhart Show.
Suzanne de Passe - Suzanna Celeste de Passe is an American businesswoman, television, music, and film producer, and co-chairwoman of de Passe Jones Entertainment Group.
Suzanne Rivera - Suzanne M. Rivera is an American bioethicist and the first female and Latina president of Macalester College, with her presidential Inauguration ceremony being held on October 9, 2021, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proclaiming it as "Suzanne M. Rivera Day" in the state.
Suzanne Collins is a renowned American author, best known for creating The Hunger Games series and The Underland Chronicles.
Suzanne Simard is a Canadian scientist and professor at the University of British Columbia, known for her work in forest ecology and her research on tree communication.
Suzanne Cory is an Australian molecular biologist known for her work on the genetics of the immune system and cancer, and for advocating for increased investment in science in her country.
Suzanne Keen is a literary scholar, feminist critic, poet, author, and academic administrator who has held prestigious positions at various colleges and universities.
Suzanne Maria Malveaux is an American broadcast journalist known for her work at CNN, where she co-anchored international news programs and served as the network's White House correspondent.
Suzanne Fortier is a Canadian crystallographer and the 17th Principal and Vice-Chancellor of McGill University.
Suzanne Hoschedé, the stepdaughter of Claude Monet and wife of Theodore Earl Butler, was a favorite model for Monet and is famously depicted in his painting "The Woman with a Parasol."
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