Susan Samora

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Susan Samora — lily
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Susan Samora is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Susan is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Susan is a feminine given name, the usual English version of Susanna or Susannah. All are versions of the Hebrew name Shoshana, which is derived from the Hebrew shoshan, meaning lotus flower in Egyptian, original derivation, and several other languages. The surname Samora: Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor Susan is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Susan reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Susan

Meaning: lily

Hebrew

Susan is a feminine given name, the usual English version of Susanna or Susannah. All are versions of the Hebrew name Shoshana, which is derived from the Hebrew shoshan, meaning lotus flower in Egyptian, original derivation, and several other languages.

Surname: Samora

Spanish

Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Susan Samora

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 Susan Samora:

6
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Susan?
The first name Susan originates from Hebrew. Susan is a feminine given name, the usual English version of Susanna or Susannah. All are versions of the Hebrew name Shoshana, which is derived from the Hebrew shoshan, meaning lotus flower in Egyptian, original derivation, and several other languages.
When was Susan most popular?
The name Susan reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Samora?
The surname Samora originates from Spanish. Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor
What are the origins of the name Susan Samora?
The name Susan Samora combines two different traditions: the first name Susan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Samora originates from Spanish.
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