Sue, The Brunch Lover
The name Sue is a short form of Susan, which comes from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning "lily". The name became popular in English-speaking countries after the Protestant Reformation and was influenced by the Puritan naming tradition. Sue has also been used as a standalone name in the United States since the 1920s, especially during the mid-century baby boom. It reached its peak popularity in the 1940s and 1950s but has since declined. Famous Sues include singer Sue Thompson, author Sue Grafton, and actress Sue Lyon.
The name Sue is a short form of Susan, which comes from the Hebrew name Shoshannah, meaning "lily". The name became popular in English-speaking countries after the Protestant Reformation and was influenced by the Puritan naming tradition. Sue has also been used as a standalone name in the United States since the 1920s, especially during the mid-century baby boom. It reached its peak popularity in the 1940s and 1950s but has since declined. Famous Sues include singer Sue Thompson, author Sue Grafton, and actress Sue Lyon.
The name Sue is most popular in the United States, particularly during the mid 20th century. It has also been a popular name in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.