Unisex name
Sus name meaning
“lily”
Sus is a name used for both boys and girls, commonly linked to the meaning lily as a short form of Susan or Susanna. This derivation passes through Greek from Hebrew shoshannah, meaning lily. The shortening explains one source of Sus, although not every use.
What does Sus mean?
Lily
In Indonesian: bunga lili
Origin and cultural usage of Sus
As a short name, Sus can derive from Susan or Susanna, through Greek from Hebrew shoshannah, 'lily'. This shortening does not necessarily explain every use of Sus.
How to pronounce Sus
| Syllables | 1 · 3 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦸꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮞᮥᮞ᮪ |
Is Sus a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Sus is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Sus ranks #841 among unisex names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Sus
Famous people named Sus
- Sus Maryati · b. 1957
FAQ about the name Sus
What is the meaning of Sus?
Sus means lily. As a short name, Sus can derive from Susan or Susanna, through Greek from Hebrew shoshannah, 'lily'. This shortening does not necessarily explain every use of Sus.
Is Sus a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Sus is used for both boys and girls.
How many syllables does Sus have?
Sus has 1 syllable (Sus) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Sus?
Sus ranks #841 among unisex names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Sus?
Notable people named Sus include Sus Maryati.
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