Susana
lily (Hebrew via Spanish)
Susana is a spanish / biblical girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 108, with 57,451 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
lily (Hebrew via Spanish)
Susana derives from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, which translates to 'lily' or 'rose'. In the Philippines, it arrived via Spanish Christianization and became a classic traditional name for girls, prominent among older generations and continuing into modern usage.
Susana is the Spanish form of the biblical Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning 'lily'. It was introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period through Roman Catholic traditions.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Susan, Susing, or Sanang in everyday Filipino conversation. Frequently appears as part of traditional compound names like Maria Susana.
Related forms
- Susan English
- Susanna English
- Suzanne French
- Susanna Italian
- Susana Portuguese
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Susana with common surname pairs
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How do I use Susana with two Filipino surnames?
Susana is the given name. The full name is Susana + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Susana a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Susana is number 108, with 57,451 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.