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Susana

Girl name · Mexican

Meaninglily · Hebrew

Susana is a Mexican girl name meaning “lily”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

Did you know?

  • Hidden namesLook closely: Susana has the name Ana hiding inside it.
  • GenerationSusana peaked in 1981, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Susana you'd meet today is about 44 years old.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Susana would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 19,608 baby girls got the name in 2025.
  • HistorySusana first shows up in US birth records in 1881, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 144 years since.
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hello, little Susana

US births per million girls, 1881–2025

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Susana

Susana is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “lily”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Mexican names

Other spellings of Susana

Girl name: Susannah

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Questions about the name Susana

What does the name Susana mean?

Susana means “lily” and comes from Hebrew. Names built around “lily” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Lily (“lily flower”), Lillian (“lily”), Liliana (“lily”) and Lilly (“lily flower”).

What is the origin of the name Susana?

Susana is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Susana a boy or girl name?

Susana is a girl name. In 2025, 82 US girls were named Susana.

How popular is the name Susana?

Susana ranked #2,239 for US girls in 2025, given to 82 babies. Its best year was 1981, when it reached #457. Over the last five years it has slipped 69 places.

What names are similar to Susana?

If you like Susana, you might also like Susannah, Lily, Lillian, Liliana and Lilly. Susannah is another spelling of the same name.

What should I know before naming my baby Susana?

Susana is a Mexican girl name meaning “lily”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.