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The first name Zusanna is a less common spelling variant of the biblical name Susanna. Its meaning is "the lily."
What does the name Zusanna mean?
The first name Zusanna is a less common spelling variant of the biblical name Susanna, which means "the lily."
Where does the name Zusanna come from?
The name Zusanna is a variant of Susanna and has its roots in the ancient Greek name Sousánnā, which in turn derives from the Hebrew name Shoshannah. The latter comes from the Hebrew word ôan/ûan, which is derived from the ancient Egyptian word sn for "lotus." However, in the Septuagint, it was translated as "lily." Ancient Egyptian: sn = Lotus; Ancient Hebrew: ôan (שׁוֹשָׁן) / ûan (שׁוּשַׁן) = Lily.
How do you pronounce Zusanna?
Zusanna is pronounced as 'zu-sah-nah.'
When is the name day of Zusanna?
The most significant name days for Zusanna are August 11 (Susanna of Rome) and December 19 (Susanna of Babylon).
Popularity
In Germany, Zusanna is a common first name. In 2015, it ranked 2,154th among the most popular female baby names. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 6,444th. The global popularity and distribution of Zusanna can be traced through its rankings in name charts from various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Anna / Zu / Zuzia
Frequently asked questions about the name Zusanna
What does the name Zusanna mean?
The first name Zusanna is a less common spelling variant of the biblical name Susanna and means 'the lily.'
Where does the name Zusanna come from?
Zusanna is a variant of Susanna and has its roots in the ancient Greek name Sousánnā, which derives from the Hebrew name Shoshannah.
How popular is the name Zusanna?
The first name Zusanna is less common than the classic form Susanna, but it enjoys a steady, albeit limited, popularity.