Shoshana
Shoshana is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Lily; in modern Hebrew, rose”.
| Meaning | Lily; in modern Hebrew, rose |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | שׁוֹשַׁנָּה |
| Pronunciation | shoh-SHAH-nah |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Shoshana
Shoshana comes from Hebrew shoshan or shoshanah, a flower usually understood as the lily in biblical Hebrew, though in modern Hebrew shoshana means 'rose'. It appears in the Song of Songs 2:2, 'like a lily among thorns'. Through Greek it became Susanna and Susan in English. The heroine Susanna of the Greek additions to the Book of Daniel bears the same name.
Is Shoshana a Jewish name?
Shoshana is linked to the Bible through the Song of Songs and, in Christian Bibles, the story of Susanna. It is a classic Jewish name.
How popular is Shoshana?
Used in Israel and in Jewish communities worldwide, often shortened to Shosh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shoshana mean?
Shoshana means 'Lily; in modern Hebrew, rose'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Shoshana a Jewish name?
Shoshana is linked to the Bible through the Song of Songs and, in Christian Bibles, the story of Susanna. It is a classic Jewish name.
How do you pronounce Shoshana?
Shoshana is pronounced shoh-SHAH-nah.
Is Shoshana a boy or girl name?
Shoshana is usually a girl name.