Susanne

English diminutive of Susannah, Hebrew

"lily"

Susanne Origin and Meaning

The name Susanne is a girl's name of German origin.

Susanne is a feminine name representing a French and German variation of Susan, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' With its elegant double 'n' and silent 'e' ending, Susanne offers a sophisticated European flair compared to the more straightforward Susan or Suzanne. The name enjoyed modest popularity throughout the mid-20th century, particularly in Germanic and Scandinavian countries. Susanne carries the same gentle, timeless quality as other forms of the name while providing a distinctive spelling. The name has musical associations through Leonard Cohen's famous song 'Suzanne,' which has sometimes been rendered as 'Susanne' in translations. With its balanced two-syllable structure and soft consonants, Susanne presents an option that feels both classic and refined, appealing to parents seeking a name with cross-cultural appeal and enduring elegance.

Susanne Rank in US Top 1000

# 992 in the US

Famous People Named Susanne

• Susanne Sundfør Norwegian singer,songwriter
• Susanne Bier Danish film director
• Susanne Blakeslee American voice actress
• Susanne Langer American philosopher
• Susanne Gunnarsson Swedish Olympic sprint canoer
• Susanne Marsee American mezzo,soprano
• Susanne Lothar German actress
• Susanne Zenor American actress
• Susanne Manning singer and finalist on British TV's "Pop Idol'
• Susanne Klatten German heiress
• Susanne Antonetta American memoirist

The name Susanne in Pop Culture

• "Susanne " song by American rock group Weezer
• Pronounced soo sahnah