Susette

The name Susette means "the lily" and is a Germanized variant of Suzette, a French diminutive of Suzanne or Susanna.

What does the name Susette mean?

The meaning of the girl's name Susette is "the lily." It represents a Germanized form of Suzette, which is considered a French diminutive of Suzanne or Susanna. Susette is a traditional German first name that is not commonly given today. There are various forms such as Susett, Susetta, and Suzetta.

Where does the name Susette come from?

The name Susette derives as a variant of Susanna from the ancient Greek Sousánnā, which in turn goes back to the Hebrew name Shoshannah. The latter originates from the Hebrew word šôšan/šûšan, which is derived from the ancient Egyptian sšn meaning "lotus" and was translated as "lily" in the Septuagint.

How do you pronounce Susette?

The pronunciation of Susette is variable and includes two to three syllables. It is pronounced as "Su-set-te" [zuˈzɛtə] or [suˈzɛt], with the emphasis on the middle syllable. The double consonant "-tt-" gives a soft, rhythmic accent, while the reduced final "e" creates a slight echo. Thus, Susette appears elegant and playful – a name with clear structure, dynamic lightness, and a cultivated, feminine aura.

When is the name day of Susette?

The most important name days for Susette are August 11 (Susanna of Rome) and December 19 (Susanna of Babylon).

Popularity

In Germany, Susette is a rare first name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. In Austria, the name reached its highest ranking at 791st place in 1997. From 1984 to 2024, Susette was given as a first name in Austria fewer than ten times, earning it the 7,542nd place. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Nicknames & pet names

Setti / Suse / Susel / Susi

Famous people

• Susette Borkenstein Gontard (German writer)
• Susette Gontard (German correspondent, Hölderlin's "Diotima")