Name comparison
Mary vs Susan
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 8.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Susan |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 737,121 |
| Global rank | #13 | #43 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 10,853 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Female (99.8%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 737,121 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 737k for Susan - a ratio of about 8.4x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Susan originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Susan more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 737,121 for Susan. That is roughly 8.4x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Susan?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Susan originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Susan used for the same gender?
Both Mary and Susan are predominantly used as female names.
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