Suzanne Cotton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Suzanne Cotton — lily
225K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Suzanne Cotton is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Suzanne is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Suzanne is a common female given name that was particularly popular in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s. It remained in the top 200 most popular names in the United States between 1930 and the late 1980s. Form of the Hebrew name שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (Shoshannah). This was derived from the Hebrew word שׁוֹשָׁן (shoshan) meaning "lily" (in modern Hebrew this also means "rose"). However, it has also been regularly used in English speaking countries since before the start of the 20th century. It may also be spelled Susanne, and common diminutives are Sue and Suzy. The surname Cotton: Amy Cotton (born 1980), Canadian judoka Bryce Cotton (born 1992), American professional basketball player Coby and Cory Cotton (born 1987), co-creators of Dude Perfect Craig Cotton (1947–2013), American football player Fran Cotton (born 1947), rugby footballer of the 1970s and 1980s Harold Cotton (cricketer) (1914–1966), Australian cricketer Harold Cotton (ice hockey) (1902–1984), Canadian ice hockey player Henry Cotton (golfer) (1907–1987), English golfer James Cotton (basketball) (born 1975), American basketball player James Cotton (gridiron football) (born 1978), American football player Je. Suzanne is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 225K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Suzanne reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Suzanne

Meaning: lily

Hebrew

Suzanne is a common female given name that was particularly popular in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s. It remained in the top 200 most popular names in the United States between 1930 and the late 1980s. Form of the Hebrew name שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (Shoshannah). This was derived from the Hebrew word שׁוֹשָׁן (shoshan) meaning "lily" (in modern Hebrew this also means "rose"). However, it has also been regularly used in English speaking countries since before the start of the 20th century. It may also be spelled Susanne, and common diminutives are Sue and Suzy.

Surname: Cotton

English

Amy Cotton (born 1980), Canadian judoka Bryce Cotton (born 1992), American professional basketball player Coby and Cory Cotton (born 1987), co-creators of Dude Perfect Craig Cotton (1947–2013), American football player Fran Cotton (born 1947), rugby footballer of the 1970s and 1980s Harold Cotton (cricketer) (1914–1966), Australian cricketer Harold Cotton (ice hockey) (1902–1984), Canadian ice hockey player Henry Cotton (golfer) (1907–1987), English golfer James Cotton (basketball) (born 1975), American basketball player James Cotton (gridiron football) (born 1978), American football player Je.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Suzanne Cotton

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 Suzanne Cotton:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Suzanne?
The first name Suzanne originates from Hebrew. Suzanne is a common female given name that was particularly popular in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s. It remained in the top 200 most popular names in the United States between 1930 and the late 1980s. Form of the Hebrew name שׁוֹשַׁנָּה (Shoshannah). This was derived from the Hebrew word שׁוֹשָׁן (shoshan) meaning "lily" (in modern Hebrew this also means "rose"). However, it has also been regularly used in English speaking countries since before the start of the 20th century. It may also be spelled Susanne, and common diminutives are Sue and Suzy.
When was Suzanne most popular?
The name Suzanne reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cotton?
The surname Cotton originates from English. Amy Cotton (born 1980), Canadian judoka Bryce Cotton (born 1992), American professional basketball player Coby and Cory Cotton (born 1987), co-creators of Dude Perfect Craig Cotton (1947–2013), American football player Fran Cotton (born 1947), rugby footballer of the 1970s and 1980s Harold Cotton (cricketer) (1914–1966), Australian cricketer Harold Cotton (ice hockey) (1902–1984), Canadian ice hockey player Henry Cotton (golfer) (1907–1987), English golfer James Cotton (basketball) (born 1975), American basketball player James Cotton (gridiron football) (born 1978), American football player Je.
What are the origins of the name Suzanne Cotton?
The name Suzanne Cotton combines two different traditions: the first name Suzanne has Hebrew roots, while the surname Cotton originates from English.
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