Meaning

Its source is Shoshana, a Hebrew name meaning "Lily."

Background story

The first known Shoshana (or Susanna) features in a Hebrew literary piece regarded as an unofficial addition to the Book of Daniel. It is, in fact, an ancient detective story, complete with a dramatic trial scene.

The beautiful Shoshana is accused of adultery by two elders. Despite her protests of innocence, she is about to be condemned to death when the prophet Daniel intervenes. He demands that the elders stand up to separate cross-examination about their accusation.

Outside one another's presence, the two elders give contradictory accounts of the alleged crime. Daniel argues that they intended to deceive the court, and that they, not Shoshana, were the ones with the sinful intentions.

Thanks to Daniel, Shoshana is found innocent, and the elders are condemned.

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Statistics for the name Susanne (female)

• In Denmark in 2007, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 7 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2001, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 10 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2003, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 8 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2004, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 8 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2005, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 8 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2006, the girl name Susanne was ranked as number 8 on the most popular name in the entire population