Sue Nigro

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sue Nigro — lily
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sue Nigro 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 Nigro: Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro Jr. 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: Nigro

Italian

Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro Jr.

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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 Nigro

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 Nigro:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Nigro?
The surname Nigro originates from Italian. Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro Jr.
What are the origins of the name Sue Nigro?
The name Sue Nigro combines two different traditions: the first name Sue has English roots, while the surname Nigro originates from Italian.
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