Shoshana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shoshana is a Hebrew name meaning 'rose,' derived from ancient Hebrew roots. It has evolved through various forms and is recognized for its beauty and cultural significance. The name has biblical relevance, symbolizing love and nature, and has seen a resurgence in popularity in modern times, often associated with strong female figures.
The name Shoshana is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shoshana has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shoshana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4150th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1921st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1537th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1859th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1737th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shoshana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shoshana"
Pronunciation
/ʃoʊˈʃɑːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Shoshana is derived from the Hebrew word for 'rose' (שׁוֹשַׁנָּה). It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
rose
Language Evolution
Shoshana (Hebrew), Shoshan (Biblical Hebrew), Shoshanah (Aramaic)
Biblical Background
The name Shoshana appears in the Hebrew Bible and is often interpreted as a symbol of love and beauty.
Historical Usage
Shoshana has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and gained broader recognition in the 20th century due to cultural exchanges and influences.
Variants & Derivatives
Shoshan, Shoshannah, Shoshi
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Shoshana is viewed positively, often associated with femininity, beauty, and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Shoshana Bean (American singer and actress), Shoshana Zuboff (American author and scholar)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shoshana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shoshana"
"Shoshana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4150th of 12526 | 167 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1921st of 19264 | 741 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1537th of 27321 | 1,496 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1859th of 35406 | 1,680 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1737th of 30306 | 1,473 |
Regional Popularity of "Shoshana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shoshana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
60.33% 1466th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
76.00% 2232nd/2937 |
26.67% 929th/3483 |
- |
39.96% 1616th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
74.63% 2750th/3685 |
15.15% 678th/4475 |
50.31% 2613th/5194 |
28.78% 1818th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.63% 3099th/4582 |
11.99% 619th/5164 |
46.15% 3375th/7313 |
40.94% 3055th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.17% 2397th/3984 |
12.48% 560th/4487 |
45.03% 3072nd/6822 |
41.51% 2605th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shoshana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shoshana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.