Sue: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: su-he-h
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Lily

The name "Sue" has multiple meanings and origins. In English Baby Names, the meaning of the name Sue is "Lily". In Hebrew Baby Names, the name Sue means "Graceful lily". In American Baby Names, it also means "Graceful lily". The name Sue is derived from the French word "suer," which means "to follow" or "to pursue". It is also related to the Latin word "sequi," meaning "to follow". The name Sue has been in use since before 1200, with the Oxford English Dictionary providing evidence from MS Trinity Cambridge.

Sue Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Sue is currently #484 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Sue is currently #269 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Sue is currently #478 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Sue is currently #269 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Sue

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Sue, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Sue Perkins: Sue Perkins is an English comedian, broadcaster, actress, and writer known for her work on "The Great British Bake Off" and "Supersizers Go."
  • Sue Bird: Sue Bird is an American professional basketball player for the Seattle Storm in the WNBA and one of the most successful female basketball players in history.
  • Sue Barker: Sue Barker is a British television presenter and former professional tennis player known for her work on the BBC's "Wimbledon" coverage.

 

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