Hadassah: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced huh-DAS-uh · 3 syllables
Hadassah means “myrtle”, from Hebrew.
Borrowed from Hebrew (“myrtle”), the Hebrew name of Esther in the Hebrew Bible.
- Meaning
- myrtle
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- huh-DAS-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #569
- US babies a year
- about 500 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Biblical
How popular is Hadassah?
Hadassah was the #569 name in the US in 2025, given to 529 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #569 |
| Ireland | #846 |
| Canada | #934 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Hadassah?
Half of US adults named Hadassah are older than 24; most are between 18 and 51. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Hadassah
What does the name Hadassah mean?
Hadassah means “myrtle”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Hadassah?
Hadassah is pronounced huh-DAS-uh.
How popular is the name Hadassah?
Hadassah was the #569 name in the US in 2025, given to 529 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Hadassah?
Half of US adults named Hadassah are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 51.