Susan
girl name#1085 in 2025Susan entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #2 in 1957, ranks #1085 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1085
rank today
#2
peak (1957)
222
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #93 |
| 1890s | #126 |
| 1900s | #160 |
| 1910s | #196 |
| 1920s | #221 |
| 1930s | #127 |
| 1940s | #15 |
| 1950s | #4 |
| 1960s | #5 |
| 1970s | #33 |
| 1980s | #103 |
| 1990s | #281 |
| 2000s | #559 |
| 2010s | #893 |
| 2020s | #1086 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Susan has been most popular in PA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 898,000 people named Susan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Susan alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Susan in 2025?
- Susan ranks #1085 among US girl names in 2025, with 222 babies given the name.
- When was the name Susan most popular?
- Susan peaked in 1957, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Susan with classmates?
- Susan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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