Susana
Susana is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin, meaning “Lily”.
| Meaning | Lily |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek and Latin |
| Pronunciation | soo-SAH-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Susana
Susana is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Susanna, from the Hebrew Shoshana, 'lily' or 'lotus'. In a story added to the Book of Daniel, Susanna is a virtuous woman falsely accused by two elders and saved when the young Daniel questions them separately. In Luke's Gospel a Susanna is among the women who supported Jesus. Susi and Susy are common nicknames.
Is Susana a Christian name?
Susana is a biblical name: Susanna appears in Luke 8 and in the story of Susanna in the Book of Daniel, which Catholic and Orthodox Bibles include. The Hebrew form Shoshana is used by Jewish families.
How popular is Susana?
A classic name, especially common among women born in the 1960s and 1970s.
Gifts with the name Susana
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Susana mean?
Susana means 'Lily'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin.
Is Susana a Christian name?
Susana is a biblical name: Susanna appears in Luke 8 and in the story of Susanna in the Book of Daniel, which Catholic and Orthodox Bibles include. The Hebrew form Shoshana is used by Jewish families.
How do you pronounce Susana?
Susana is pronounced soo-SAH-nah.
Is Susana a boy or girl name?
Susana is usually a girl name.