Hadassah
Hadassah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /həˈdæsə/
Meaning and origin of Hadassah
Root meaning: “myrtle”
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew הֲדַסָּה (“myrtle”), the Hebrew name of Esther in the Hebrew Bible.
How popular is Hadassah?
Since 1880, 9,312 girls in the U.S. have been named Hadassah. Its highest rank for girls was #530 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #570 for girls, with 529 babies given the name.
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Hadassah FAQ
What does the name Hadassah mean?
Hadassah traces back to a root meaning "myrtle". A female given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew הֲדַסָּה (“myrtle”), the Hebrew name of Esther in the Hebrew Bible.
What is the origin of the name Hadassah?
Hadassah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Hadassah?
Since 1880, 9,312 girls in the U.S. have been named Hadassah. Its highest rank for girls was #530 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #570 for girls, with 529 babies given the name.
Is Hadassah a boy or girl name?
Hadassah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,312 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.