Susie

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How to Pronounce Susie

Pronounced SOO-zee /ˈsuː.zi/High

Meaning: lilyHigh

In 30 seconds: Susie is a cheerful diminutive of Susan meaning lily. A warm vintage nickname with irresistible mid-century American charm and enduring friendliness.

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Origin HighHebrew, English

Meaninglily

U.S. rank (2025)#1922 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births101 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1919

Total births (all-time)≈ 85,677

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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Susie is a diminutive of Susan or Susannah, from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning lily. It was the most popular casual form of Susan in mid-20th century America.

Susie has returned to fashion in the 21st century as vintage nickname names are revived.

Did you know? Susie Q, the 1957 rock-and-roll classic first recorded by Dale Hawkins, made Susie one of the most danceable names in music history — a tradition continued by Creedence Clearwater Revival's 1968 cover.

Overall data confidence 90%

Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for SusieBehind the Name: Susan — name etymology reference

Variations

SusanSusannahSuzySuzie

Nicknames

Sue

Famous Bearers

★Susie Essman (1955–present)
American comedian and actress best known for playing Susie Greene on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm.

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Frequently Asked

What does Susie mean?

Susie means lily, as a diminutive of Susan/Susannah from the Hebrew Shoshana.

How do you pronounce Susie?

Susie is pronounced SOO-zee (/ˈsuː.zi/), with two syllables.

Is Susie a girl's name?

Yes, Susie is an exclusively feminine name.

How popular is the name Susie?

Susie was very popular in mid-20th century America and has seen a revival as a vintage nickname name.