Girl Name · Hebrew Origin
Susanna
Considering Susanna? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Lily", rooted in Hebrew naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Suzanna.
Susanna meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Lily
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Susanna to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Susanna as S·U·S·A·N·N·A, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Susanna is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Susanna variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Susannaa, Susannae, Susannay, Susann.
- Nicknames: Susa and S.
- Middle names: Pair Susanna with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Susanna middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Suzanna, Susana, Suzanne, Susanne, Shoshana — full picks on the sibling names for Susanna guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Susanna? Browse our names like Susanna guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Susanna
What does the name Susanna mean?
Susanna means "Lily" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Susanna?
Susanna originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Susanna?
Susanna has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Susanna a boy's or girl's name?
Susanna is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Susanna in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Susanna sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Susanna?
Names that share Susanna's sound and style include Suzanna, Susana, Suzanne, Susanne, Shoshana.
What middle names pair well with Susanna?
Good middle-name fits for Susanna pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Susanna is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Susanna is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Susanna?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Susanna share its rhythm without rhyming — Suzanna, Susana, Suzanne all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.