Susans

Susans is the plural form of the given name Susan, used to refer to people named Susan collectively. The name Susan is an English form of the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning lily. It entered Latin as Susanna and reached English in the medieval period. Variants include Susanna, Susanne, Suzanne, Susana, and diminutives such as Susie, Suzie, and Sue.

In modern usage, Susans have been common in English-speaking countries, with the name peaking in popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States and gradually declining in use since the 1960s. It remains a recognizable traditional name and appears in various cultures through its variants.

Notable people named Susan include the writer Susan Sontag, the actress Susan Sarandon, the politician Susan Collins, and the tech executive Susan Wojcicki. The name also appears in fiction and culture, and it is frequently found in genealogical or biographical contexts when listing individuals with the given name.