Origin
Hebrew (Israeli)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Libra
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Shushan is a name often given to girls. Ranked #15417 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Hebrew (Israeli) origin and traditionally means "Lily flower blooming in ancient royal gardens". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Shushan
Shushan draws from Hebrew roots evoking the lily, a symbol of purity in ancient texts. Its gentle phonetic flow suits modern families valuing heritage. The name suggests a graceful, introspective personality with artistic leanings and a nurturing spirit in contemporary usage.
Popularity
Currently ranked #15417 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth through introspection.
Desires stability and order.
Expresses creativity outwardly.
Channels intuitive wisdom.
Zodiac & Astrology
Libra
Balances harmony and aesthetic beauty.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Evokes serene floral elegance.
Color Aura
Soft Pink
Element
Air
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Rose Quartz
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Air × Spring
Personality & Traits
Graceful
Moves through life with quiet elegance.
Intuitive
Possesses deep inner knowing.
Artistic
Expresses beauty in all forms.
Famous People Named Shushan
Shushanik Kurghinian
Armenian poet and feminist writer
Shushan Vardanyan
Contemporary Armenian singer
Shushan in Pop Culture
Shushan
Biblical Book of Esther
Shushan
Persian historical dramas
Historical Events
539 BC
Shushan mentioned in Persian conquest records.
1948
Revival in Israeli naming trends.
International Variations
Shushan in Different Scripts
שושן
Hebrew
شوشان
Arabic
Шушан
Cyrillic
シュシャン
Japanese (Katakana)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Shushan:
Shushan Rose
Shushan Eliana
Shushan Faith
Shushan Hope
Shushan Grace
Shushan Liora
Shushan Miriam
Fun Facts & Trivia
Linked to the ancient city of Susa.
Symbolizes purity in Hebrew lore.
Rarely used in English-speaking countries.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.