Suzana

English diminutive of Susannah, Hebrew

"lily"

Suzana Origin and Meaning

The name Suzana is a girl's name of Slavic origin.

Suzana is a feminine name representing a variant of Susanna or Susannah, which derives from the Hebrew Shoshana meaning "lily" or "rose." This particular spelling is common in various Eastern European countries including Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, and Poland, as well as in Portugal and Brazil. The name appears in biblical tradition as Susanna, a woman of virtue in the Book of Daniel's apocryphal sections. Suzana carries a classic elegance with international appeal, being recognized across multiple cultures while maintaining consistent pronunciation. While less common in English-speaking countries than Susan or Susannah, Suzana has maintained steady usage in Slavic and Portuguese-speaking regions. The name balances traditional roots with a slightly exotic quality for English speakers, offering a familiar yet distinctive option with cross-cultural connections.

Famous People Named Suzana

• Suzana Jovanovic Serbian turbo,folk singer
• Suzana Amaral Brazilian film director
• Suzana Al Salkini, Macedonian model
• Suzana Alves Brazilian model
• Suzana Ansar English singer and actress
• Suzana Dinić Serbian singer and pianist of the band Beauty Queens
• Suzana Perović Serbian singer
• Suzana Stojanovic Serbian hyperrealist painter
• Suzana Lazović Montenegrin Olympic team handball player
• Suzana Petričević Serbian actress