Name profile

GirlDutch language family

Susan

English variant of Susanna.

Quick answer

Susan is a girl name.

GenderGirl
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

English variant of Susanna. This has been most common spelling since the 18th century. It was especially popular both in the United States and the United Kingdom from the 1940s to the 1960s. A notable bearer was the American feminist Susan B. Anthony (1820-1906).

Notes and context

Usage: english