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Susanne is a German and Scandinavian form of Susanna and means 'the lily'. The name has either Elamite or Hebrew and ancient Egyptian roots.
What does the name Susanne mean?
Susanne is a German and Scandinavian form of Susanna and means 'the lily'. The name has either Elamite or Hebrew and ancient Egyptian roots and comes from the Bible. Its origin lies either in the ancient Hebrew shoshan (שׁוֹשָׁן) for 'the lily', 'the rose' or in the ancient Egyptian sheshen or sꜥn for 'the lotus', 'the water lily'. In the Old Testament, the first name appears in the story known as 'Susanna in the Bath' about the beautiful Susanna from Babylon, while in the New Testament, a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ (Susanna of Jerusalem) bears this first name. More about the biblical backgrounds of this name can be found on the name page for Susanna. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages through the veneration of Saint Susanna of Rome, who is said to have died as a martyr under the Roman Emperor Diocletian. The spelling Susanne is widely used in Germany but also appears in Scandinavian countries. In Germany, Susanne was among the most popular girls' names in the mid-20th century, but fell out of fashion by the 1980s. There are countless spelling variants and forms associated with the name Susanne or Susanna. Common international variants include Susan, Susana, Susanka, Susann, Susen, Suzan, Suzana, Suzanne, Zsuzsanna, Zuzana, and Zuzanna. Notable short and/or pet forms include Sanna, Sanne, Sanni, Su, Sue, Susa, Suse, Susi, Susie, Suzie, Zsuzsa, and Zuza.
Where does the name Susanne come from?
The etymology of Susanne as a variant of Susanna traces back to the ancient Greek name Sousánnā, which in turn derives from the Hebrew name Shoshannah. The latter evolved from the Hebrew word שׁוֹשַׁן/שׁוֹשַׁן, which was derived from the ancient Egyptian sꜥn for 'lotus', but was translated as 'lily' in the Septuagint. Ancient Egyptian Ancient Hebrew Elamite
How do you pronounce Susanne?
Sound & pronunciation of Susanne: The name Susanne is three to four syllables and softly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Su-san-ne' [zuˈzanə], with the emphasis on the middle syllable. The gentle fading on '-ne' rounds off the name harmoniously. Susanne feels timeless and friendly - structured, calm, and present.
When is the name day of Susanne?
The most important name days for Susanne are August 11 (Susanna of Rome) and December 19 (Susanna of Babylon).
Popularity
In the 1920s and 1930s, the name Susanne in Germany predominantly ranked between the top 90 and top 120, placing it in the extended midfield of given names. In the 1940s and 1950s, the name initially lost further significance, usually ranking between the top 40 and top 80, before a significant upward trend began at the end of the 1950s. In the early 1960s until the late 1970s, the name experienced its absolute peak phase.
Nicknames & pet names
Anne / Heulsuse / Nana / Nanne / Nanni / Sahne / San / Sane / Sanna / Sannchen / Sanne / Sannerl / Sanni / Sasa / Schuhschanna / Su / Suas / Sue / Sueanna / Sui / Sunny / Susa / SuSahne / Susan / Susannchen / Susanni / Susanny / Suse / Susel / Susen / Suserl / Sushi / Susi / Susilein / Susje / Susjen / Suska / Susl / Susle / Susn / Susonne / Suss / Susu / Susy / Suzie
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Famous people
- St. Susanna of Rome (martyr)
- Mary Susanne Edgar (Canadian writer)
- Rotraut Susanne Berner (artist from Germany)
- Susanne 'Susi' and Rudolf 'Strolch' (dogs of Walter Disney)
- Susanne Abbuehl (jazz musician from Switzerland)
- Susanne Berger-Kibler (Austrian painter)
- Susanne Brantl (Susi Brantl) (actress)
- Susanne Brückner (actress)
- Susanne Burkhard (German actress)
- Susanne Fröhlich (author and journalist)
- Susanne Frömel (German writer)
- Susanne Gärtner (actress)
- Susanne Grinder (Danish ballet dancer)
- Susanne Groen (moderator (NDR1Radio MV)
- Susanne Häusler (actress)
- Susanne Heinrich (German writer)
- Susanne Hoeber Rudolph (Indian writer)
- Susanne Hoffmann (biathlete from Austria)
- Susanne Hoppe (moderator (RTL Nord)
- Susanne Hoss (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Susanne
Where does the name Susanne come from?
The name Susanne has its roots in the ancient Greek name Sousánnā, which goes back to the Hebrew name Shoshannah. These names are associated with the meaning 'lily' or 'lotus'.
What nicknames are there for Susanne?
There are numerous affectionate nicknames for the name Susanne, including Sanna, Susi, Su, and Sunny. These pet names add a personal touch and are often used in family or friendly contexts.
Is Susanne a gender-neutral name?
Susanne is a traditional girl's name and is predominantly used for girls. It does not have a gender-neutral usage.
How is the name Susanne pronounced?
The name Susanne is typically pronounced as 'Su-sanne', with the emphasis on the second syllable. In different languages, the pronunciation may vary slightly.