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Zuzanna is the Polish and Latvian variant of the biblical name Susanna and carries the meaning 'the lily'. Shorter or pet forms include Zuza and Zuzia.
What does the name Zuzanna mean?
The name Zuzanna is a form of the biblical name Susanna and means 'the lily'. Variants and international forms include Susan, Susana, Susanka, Susann, Susanne, Susen, Suzan, Suzana, Suzanne, Zsuzsanna, and Zuzana.
Where does the name Zuzanna come from?
The origin of the name Zuzanna is to be understood as a variant of Susanna, which goes back to the ancient Greek name Sousánnā. This, in turn, derives from the Hebrew Shoshannah, which developed from the Hebrew word שושן (shushan), originally meaning 'lotus'. However, in the Septuagint, it was translated as 'lily'.
How do you pronounce Zuzanna?
The pronunciation of Zuzanna is three syllables and clearly structured. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Zu-zan-na' [tsuˈzana]. It begins with a distinctive Z sound, giving the name a clear contour. The stressed middle syllable with the open A adds warmth to the sound, and the doubling of the 'n' provides stability in the middle. Thus, Zuzanna sounds melodious and classic – feminine, present, and timeless.
When is the name day of Zuzanna?
The most significant name days for Zuzanna are August 11 (Susanna of Rome) and December 19 (Susanna of Babylon).
Popularity
In Germany, the first name Zuzanna enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 601st among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2019 at rank 431. Over the last ten years, Zuzanna has been given as a first name around 810 times, placing it 594th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 659th.
Nicknames & pet names
Zuska / Zuza / Zuzanka / Zuzann / Zuzannka / Zuzi / Zuzia / Zuzka / Zuzu
Similar first names
Schoschana
Famous people
- Zuzanna Ginczanka (writer from Poland)
- Zuzanna Janin (Polish artist)
- Zuzanna Maciejewska (Polish tennis player)
- Zuzanna Mazurek (swimmer from Poland)
- Zuzanna Radecka (sprinter from Poland)
- Zuzanna Szadkowski (American actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Zuzanna
What is the meaning of the name Zuzanna?
The name Zuzanna is a derivation of the biblical name Susanna and means 'the lily'.
Where does the name Zuzanna come from?
Zuzanna is a variant of Susanna, which has its origin in the ancient Greek Sousánnā. This name derives from the Hebrew Shoshannah, which means 'lotus', but was translated as 'lily' in the Septuagint.
How popular is the name Zuzanna?
Zuzanna enjoys great popularity in many countries and is internationally widespread in various forms and variations.