Susan Sealey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Susan Sealey — lily
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Susan Sealey 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 Sealey: Sealey is a variation of the English and Anglo-Irish surname Sealy. Notable persons with the name include: Alan Sealey (1942–1996), English footballer Ben Sealey (1899–1963), Barbadian cricketer Joan Sealey (died 1996), Trinidadian politician John Sealey (born 1945), English footballer Les Sealey (1957–2001), English footballer Marger Sealey, Venezuelan singer-songwriter and actress Nicole Sealey (born 1979), American poet Raphael Sealey (1927–2013), British-American historian of Ancient Greece 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: Sealey

Irish

Sealey is a variation of the English and Anglo-Irish surname Sealy. Notable persons with the name include: Alan Sealey (1942–1996), English footballer Ben Sealey (1899–1963), Barbadian cricketer Joan Sealey (died 1996), Trinidadian politician John Sealey (born 1945), English footballer Les Sealey (1957–2001), English footballer Marger Sealey, Venezuelan singer-songwriter and actress Nicole Sealey (born 1979), American poet Raphael Sealey (1927–2013), British-American historian of Ancient Greece

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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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Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Sealey?
The surname Sealey originates from Irish. Sealey is a variation of the English and Anglo-Irish surname Sealy. Notable persons with the name include: Alan Sealey (1942–1996), English footballer Ben Sealey (1899–1963), Barbadian cricketer Joan Sealey (died 1996), Trinidadian politician John Sealey (born 1945), English footballer Les Sealey (1957–2001), English footballer Marger Sealey, Venezuelan singer-songwriter and actress Nicole Sealey (born 1979), American poet Raphael Sealey (1927–2013), British-American historian of Ancient Greece
What are the origins of the name Susan Sealey?
The name Susan Sealey combines two different traditions: the first name Susan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Sealey originates from Irish.
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