Sue Strouse

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sue Strouse — lily
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sue Strouse 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 Strouse: Andy Strouse (born 1970), American soccer player Charles Strouse (1928–2025), American composer and lyricist Delaney Strouse (born 2000), American curler James C. Strouse (born 1977), American screenwriter and film director Jean Strouse (born 1945), American biographer, cultural administrator, and critic Myer Strouse (1825–1878), American politician 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: Strouse

English

Andy Strouse (born 1970), American soccer player Charles Strouse (1928–2025), American composer and lyricist Delaney Strouse (born 2000), American curler James C. Strouse (born 1977), American screenwriter and film director Jean Strouse (born 1945), American biographer, cultural administrator, and critic Myer Strouse (1825–1878), American politician

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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 Strouse

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 Strouse:

9
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Strouse?
The surname Strouse originates from English. Andy Strouse (born 1970), American soccer player Charles Strouse (1928–2025), American composer and lyricist Delaney Strouse (born 2000), American curler James C. Strouse (born 1977), American screenwriter and film director Jean Strouse (born 1945), American biographer, cultural administrator, and critic Myer Strouse (1825–1878), American politician
How common is the surname Strouse?
The surname Strouse is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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