How popular is the name Susan in 2025?

Susan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Susan most popular?

Susan peaked in 1957, reaching #762 among US boy names.

Susan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Susan entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #762 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#762

peak (1957)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,800 people named Susan are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Susan alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Susan in 2025?: Susan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Susan most popular?: Susan peaked in 1957, reaching #762 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Susan with classmates?: Susan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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