Suzanne

Suzanne is a feminine given name, commonly used in French-speaking countries and in English-speaking countries as well. It is the French form of Susannah, which derives from the Hebrew Shoshannah, meaning lily. The spelling Suzanne is widely used in English and French, with variants including Susanne (German, Dutch, Scandinavian) and Susanna. The name has been in use since medieval times and remains popular in many regions.

Prominent individuals named Suzanne include Suzanne Collins, born in 1962, an American author best known for The Hunger Games series; Suzanne Vega, born in 1959, an American singer-songwriter celebrated for her folk-influenced work; Suzanne Somers, born in 1946, an American actress and author; Suzanne Lenglen, 1899–1938, a pioneering French tennis player; and Suzanne Pleshette, 1937–2008, an American actress.

In music, the name Suzanne is associated with the 1967 song "Suzanne" by Leonard Cohen, from the album Songs of Leonard Cohen. The song, featuring imagery centered on a woman named Suzanne, became one of Cohen’s best-known works and has been widely covered by other artists.

Beyond these references, Suzanne remains a common given name across cultures, appearing in literature, film, and various media. Its pronunciation and spelling vary by language, contributing to its enduring presence in international contexts.