Mary vs Susan
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Susan
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Lily
Peak: 1954 (2.37%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Susan |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.29% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.18% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.13% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.09% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.07% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.09% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.57% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 2.16% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.88% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.86% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.26% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.08% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.03% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Susan more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Susan peaked in 1954.
What do Mary and Susan mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Susan means "Lily".