Sue Colson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sue Colson — lily
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sue Colson is a name that combines English origins. The first name Sue is a feminine given name of English origin. Sue is a given name and a common short form of a number of female given names: Susan, Susanna / Susannah / Suzanna, Susanne, Suzanne, Suzette. It is rarely used as a man's name, a notable example being Sue K. Hicks (1895-1980), American jurist, who may have inspired the song "A Boy Named Sue". The surname Colson: Surname Audrey Butt Colson (born 1926), British social anthropologist Bonzie Colson (born 1996), American basketball player Charles Colson (1931–2012), American counsel for Richard Nixon and evangelical Christian leader; father of Emily Christian Colson (born 1968), British film producer Clément Colson (1853–1939), French economist David Grant Colson (1861–1904), American politician from Kentucky Elizabeth Colson (1917–2016), American social anthropologist Eugène Colson (1913–2000), Belgian resistance fighter Ethalinda Colson (stage name, Kathryn Adams; 1893–1959), American silent film actress. Sue is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 172K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sue reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sue

Meaning: lily

English

Sue is a given name and a common short form of a number of female given names: Susan, Susanna / Susannah / Suzanna, Susanne, Suzanne, Suzette. It is rarely used as a man's name, a notable example being Sue K. Hicks (1895-1980), American jurist, who may have inspired the song "A Boy Named Sue".

Surname: Colson

French

Surname Audrey Butt Colson (born 1926), British social anthropologist Bonzie Colson (born 1996), American basketball player Charles Colson (1931–2012), American counsel for Richard Nixon and evangelical Christian leader; father of Emily Christian Colson (born 1968), British film producer Clément Colson (1853–1939), French economist David Grant Colson (1861–1904), American politician from Kentucky Elizabeth Colson (1917–2016), American social anthropologist Eugène Colson (1913–2000), Belgian resistance fighter Ethalinda Colson (stage name, Kathryn Adams; 1893–1959), American silent film actress.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sue is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Sue by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sue Colson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Sue Colson:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Sue?
The first name Sue originates from English. Sue is a given name and a common short form of a number of female given names: Susan, Susanna / Susannah / Suzanna, Susanne, Suzanne, Suzette. It is rarely used as a man's name, a notable example being Sue K. Hicks (1895-1980), American jurist, who may have inspired the song "A Boy Named Sue".
When was Sue most popular?
The name Sue reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Colson?
The surname Colson originates from French. Surname Audrey Butt Colson (born 1926), British social anthropologist Bonzie Colson (born 1996), American basketball player Charles Colson (1931–2012), American counsel for Richard Nixon and evangelical Christian leader; father of Emily Christian Colson (born 1968), British film producer Clément Colson (1853–1939), French economist David Grant Colson (1861–1904), American politician from Kentucky Elizabeth Colson (1917–2016), American social anthropologist Eugène Colson (1913–2000), Belgian resistance fighter Ethalinda Colson (stage name, Kathryn Adams; 1893–1959), American silent film actress.
What are the origins of the name Sue Colson?
The name Sue Colson combines two different traditions: the first name Sue has English roots, while the surname Colson originates from French.
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