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Sue

Short form of Susanna or Susan, from Hebrew Shoshana meaning "lily".

Meaning and origin

Sue is a straightforward, informal diminutive of Susanna or Susan that became widely used as a standalone name in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.

How to pronounce Sue

English (US)SOO

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