سوسن

Sawsan

girlArabic (from Persian / older Semitic)

Sawsan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Lily, iris”.

MeaningLily, iris
GenderGirl
OriginArabic (from Persian / older Semitic)
Arabic spellingسوسن
PronunciationSAW-san
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Sawsan

Sawsan is the Arabic word for the lily or iris, a word with very old roots shared with Hebrew Shoshana and Persian Susan. It has been used as a girls' name for centuries in the Arab world and Iran. It is especially familiar in Egypt, Syria, Lebanon and Iraq.

Is Sawsan a Muslim name?

Yes. Sawsan is a name used by Muslim families across the Arab world and Iran. It means 'lily'.

Where is the name Sawsan used?

Common in Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and Iran.

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Spellings and variants of Sawsan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sawsan mean?

Sawsan means 'Lily, iris'. It comes from Arabic (from Persian / older Semitic).

Is Sawsan a Muslim name?

Yes. Sawsan is a name used by Muslim families across the Arab world and Iran. It means 'lily'.

How do you write Sawsan in Arabic?

Sawsan is written سوسن in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Sawsan?

Sawsan is pronounced SAW-san.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.