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The first name Suzette means 'the lily' and is a diminutive of Suzanne, the French variant of the biblical name Susanna.
What does the name Suzette mean?
Suzette means 'the lily' and is known as a diminutive of Suzanne, the French form of the biblical Susanna. The name is widespread in both French and English-speaking areas. Variations of Suzette include Susetta, Susette, and Suzetta.
Where does the name Suzette come from?
The name Suzette has its roots in the French diminutive of Susanna, which traces back to the ancient Greek name Sousánnā. This, in turn, derives from the Hebrew Shoshannah, which comes from the Hebrew word ôan (שׁוֹשָׁן), meaning 'lily'. The word has its origin in the ancient Egyptian sn, which stands for 'lotus'. In the Septuagint, it was translated as 'lily'.
How do you pronounce Suzette?
The pronunciation of Suzette is clearly structured and can be perceived as two to three syllables. It is pronounced as 'Su-zet-te' [zuˈzɛtə] or [zuˈzɛt]. The double consonant '-tt-' enhances the sound in the middle of the name, while the short 'e' in the stressed syllable sounds bright and direct. Depending on the emphasis, the ending can fade softly or distinctly. Suzette exudes a fine elegance – a name that captivates with its lively internal structure and harmonious melody.
When is the name day of Suzette?
The relevant name days for Suzette are August 11 (Susanna of Rome) and December 19 (Susanna of Babylon).
Popularity
In Germany, Suzette is a rather rare first name. In 2012, it ranked 3,656th on the list of the most common female first names. From 2010 to 2024, Suzette was used as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has been named this way.
Nicknames & pet names
Sette / Su / Susi / Suzie / Zett / Zette
Famous people
- Lilian Suzette Gibbs (English botanist)
- Suzette Charles (singer from America)
- Suzette Defoye (actress from France)
- Suzette Haden Elgin (linguist from America)
- Suzette Kimball (American geologist)
- Suzette Mayr (Canadian writer)
- Suzette Ranillo (Filipino actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Suzette
What does the name Suzette mean?
Suzette means 'the lily' and is a diminutive of Suzanne, the French variant of the biblical name Susanna.
Where does the name Suzette come from?
The name Suzette has its roots in the French diminutive of Susanna, which traces back to the ancient Greek name Sousánnā, which is derived from the Hebrew Shoshannah.
How popular is the name Suzette?
Suzette is widespread in both French and English-speaking regions, although its popularity may vary in different countries.