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The baby name Sue is a Girl name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced SOO.

Sue is English, Greek, Hebrew, Latin in Origin.

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 1
Origin: English, Greek, Hebrew, Latin
Pronunciation: SOO

What is the meaning of the name Sue ?

The baby name Sue is a girl name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced SOO.

Sue is English, Greek, Hebrew, Latin in Origin.

Sue is an English hypocoristic form of Susan and Susanna, ultimately from Hebrew Shoshannah, represented in Greek as Sousanna and Latin as Susanna. The Hebrew noun shoshan denotes a lily, and in later Hebrew can also name a rose; many etymologists connect it with Egyptian sšn, lotus, though the Hebrew form is the decisive source for the personal name. As a given name in English, Sue arose by clipping Susan to its stressed syllable.

Susanna appears in the Greek additions to Daniel, where the virtuous accused woman is vindicated by Daniel, and in the New Testament among women associated with Jesus’ ministry. Susan became common in England after the Reformation, with Sue developing as a familiar form and later as an independent name. It was especially associated with English-speaking mid-twentieth-century naming; U.S. records show its use receding after that period. Variants include Susie, Suzy, Suzanne, and Susannah.

Sue has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Sue

Susan Collins Politician · Born 1952 · United States Susan Collins is a prominent American politician known for serving as a United States Senator from Maine since 1997. She is recognized for her moderate stance and has played key roles in significant legislative decisions. Collins is often noted for her work on healthcare and her involvement in bipartisan efforts. Sue Lyon Actor · Born 1946 · United States Sue Lyon was an American actress best known for her role as Dolores 'Lolita' Haze in the 1962 film 'Lolita', directed by Stanley Kubrick. This role brought her significant attention and acclaim. She also appeared in films like 'The Night of the Iguana' and 'Seven Women'. Sue Carol Actor · Born 1906 · United States Sue Carol was an American actress best known for her roles in silent films during the late 1920s. She appeared in movies like 'Girls Gone Wild' and 'The Air Circus'. Later, she became a successful talent agent, managing the career of her husband, actor Alan Ladd.
Sue Ane Langdon Actor · Born 1936 · United States Sue Ane Langdon was an American actress best known for her comedic roles in the 1960s and 1970s. She appeared in films like 'A Guide for the Married Man' and 'The Cheyenne Social Club', and was a frequent guest on television shows such as 'Perry Mason' and 'The Love Boat'. Suranne Jones Actor · Born 1978 · United Kingdom Suranne Jones is a British actor best known for her role in the television series 'Doctor Foster'. She also starred in 'Gentleman Jack' and 'Scott & Bailey', showcasing her versatility and talent in a variety of dramatic roles. Sue Perkins Actor · Born 1969 · United Kingdom Sue Perkins is best known as a comedian and television presenter from the United Kingdom. She gained widespread recognition as one of the hosts of the popular baking competition show, 'The Great British Bake Off'. Sue has also appeared in other TV programs like 'The Supersizers Go...' and 'Insert Name Here'.

Sue – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 1982 #1 — 552
FJ Girls 0 #8 2 583
KR Girls 0 #12 4 572
BW 0 #19 1 960
MY Girls 0 #24 6,086 24,821
BN 0 #32 1 2,297
MT 0 #38 6 1,767
MO 0 #44 9 2,706
MY 0 #51 395 12,352
CY 0 #53 8 1,632
PR 0 #55 1 1,497
CM 0 #56 1 2,592
LU 0 #65 2 2,830
CY Girls 0 #75 47 3,755
JP 0 #76 2 4,057
BN Girls 0 #78 29 5,459
CN 0 #80 7 3,857
JM 0 #88 6 3,714
MT Girls 0 #91 62 3,773
TW 0 #95 9 4,523
QA 0 #99 8 7,011
PH 0 #102 9 5,607
OM 0 #113 9 6,215
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
KW 0 #120 2 5,216
CR 0 #124 35 5,526
GR 0 #131 5 3,911
BW Girls 0 #136 13 4,216
PA 0 #137 2 3,797
RS Girls 0 #137 1 1,651
BN Boys 0 #139 1 6,332
JO 0 #139 2 2,158
MO Girls 0 #156 98 7,056
AE 0 #158 20 10,220
PR Girls 0 #160 8 3,171
SG 0 #163 110 11,010
CN Girls 0 #164 235 8,829
LU Girls 0 #169 17 4,850
Belgium Girls 2022 #172 20 404
SI Girls 0 #177 1 2,769
CZ 0 #178 9 3,154
HR 0 #181 1 2,081
SG Girls 0 #189 601 18,916
RU 0 #193 2 3,641
DK 0 #204 3 5,198
TW Girls 0 #208 69 8,139
JM Girls 0 #211 49 7,507
NA Girls 0 #214 11 7,146
AO Girls 0 #217 1 4,575
PS 0 #221 6 5,692
GR Girls 0 #223 20 6,293
HK Girls 0 #223 635 16,104
HU Girls 0 #223 3 3,308
AL Girls 0 #224 4 4,141
IR 0 #224 8 4,221
BG Girls 0 #229 3 3,559
JP Girls 0 #231 15 6,592
MO Boys 0 #232 3 5,842
ZA 0 #233 219 14,421
BD 0 #241 1 5,992
PT 0 #243 8 4,161
GH 0 #246 3 5,396
TW Boys 0 #254 3 7,111
HK 0 #258 93 8,483
HR Boys 0 #259 1 3,997
IL 0 #265 10 6,291
NG 0 #271 2 5,926
SA 0 #277 19 10,560
QA Girls 0 #284 33 15,378
HR Girls 0 #291 4 3,687
JM Boys 0 #292 2 6,876
Canada Girls 1999 #293 9 2,358
ZA Girls 0 #295 2,061 25,928
JP Boys 0 #303 1 7,909
DK Girls 0 #306 11 7,429
CN Boys 0 #309 11 9,639
JO Girls 0 #315 11 7,570
PE 0 #323 7 6,350
CZ Girls 0 #327 15 5,378
MU Girls 0 #329 23 8,539
KZ Girls 0 #330 3 5,862
GH Girls 0 #335 3 6,973
GT 0 #335 4 5,948
OM Girls 0 #343 54 15,987
PH Girls 0 #348 43 13,098
SD Girls 0 #350 9 7,678
BR 0 #358 3 5,969
PL Girls 0 #362 3 5,096
EG 0 #368 33 6,387
MU Boys 0 #368 2 8,477
NL 0 #374 18 2,481
Finland Girls 0 #375 17 1,368
CR Girls 0 #380 156 11,342
Austria Girls 0 #388 33 1,885
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
YE 0 #392 7 8,639
MX 0 #396 18 8,339
Germany 0 #400 38 2,542
PH Boys 0 #400 9 11,440
CL 0 #401 11 6,867
BD Girls 0 #404 3 8,413
Spain 0 #405 48 2,326
BO 0 #407 2 6,868
PT Girls 0 #408 44 7,952
France Girls 2015 #409 5 3,223
PA Girls 0 #449 33 9,861
AE Girls 0 #462 92 20,968
SD Boys 0 #466 1 10,523
RU Girls 0 #473 26 11,913
KW Girls 0 #490 26 19,177
GT Girls 0 #494 12 7,500
CO 0 #503 8 7,768
PS Girls 0 #505 19 10,981
IR Girls 0 #509 22 8,334
IQ Girls 0 #520 6 11,303
BH 0 #525 29 17,937
RU Boys 0 #525 2 12,621
UY Girls 0 #531 6 6,731
HK Boys 0 #551 7 12,905
LY 0 #554 6 12,703
CM Girls 0 #557 4 11,671
IR Boys 0 #565 1 10,162
Germany Girls 0 #578 280 4,949
IL Girls 0 #580 38 11,648
AR Girls 0 #583 17 8,289
BO Girls 0 #592 20 9,488
EG Girls 0 #598 404 14,742
BD Boys 0 #605 1 10,045
BO Boys 0 #621 2 9,244
IL Boys 0 #624 2 10,983
LB 0 #639 20 13,263
IN Girls 0 #651 4 13,121
Spain Girls 0 #668 337 5,561
IT 0 #678 37 4,183
SG Boys 0 #684 14 17,960
IQ Boys 0 #695 3 13,071
CL Boys 0 #700 1 13,390
Finland Girls 2026 #700 39 3,895
QA Boys 0 #738 6 18,093
NG Girls 0 #743 44 15,093
SY 0 #760 8 11,684
NL Girls 0 #785 171 5,933
CL Girls 0 #787 65 14,098
KW Boys 0 #806 1 18,755
TN 0 #820 10 13,765
PE Girls 0 #821 123 14,861
SA Girls 0 #845 91 25,931
EG Boys 0 #874 13 15,035
MY Boys 0 #881 232 25,439
United States Girls 2024 #904 13 8,487
BR Girls 0 #910 32 12,708
OM Boys 0 #917 2 17,948
PE Boys 0 #926 1 14,506
CO Boys 0 #978 4 15,656
NG Boys 0 #998 4 16,906
MX Boys 0 #1,030 4 16,355
IN Boys 0 #1,038 2 16,750
CO Girls 0 #1,052 27 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,059 125 17,781
MA 0 #1,104 25 20,986
AE Boys 0 #1,137 7 22,615
TR 0 #1,150 62 19,440
DZ 0 #1,153 24 20,130
ZA Boys 0 #1,154 25 25,619
IT Girls 0 #1,215 232 9,415
SA Boys 0 #1,593 22 28,008

Sue is popular in 81 countries — most recent births per country:

United States
Flanders, Belgium
France
Canada
Ireland

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People also ask about Sue

Sue is a unisex name, given to both boys and girls.
Sue is a one syllable name, pronounced SOO.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Su, Soo, Susan, Susanna, Susannah and Suzanna.
Yes, very popular — Sue ranked #1 in Ireland in 1982, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Sue ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 1982).
Yes — 7 notable people named Sue are in our database, including Susan Collins (Politician), Sue Lyon (Actor), Sue Carol (Actor).