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Hadassa

hah-DAH-sah

Hadassa is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A Hebrew name meaning "myrtle tree".”. It currently ranks #1604 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Hadassa Means

A Hebrew name meaning "myrtle tree".

The Story of Hadassa

This name whispers of ancient forests and secret gardens, a fragrant promise hidden for centuries, waiting for your daughter.

Hadassah is a Hebrew name, its roots entwined with the myrtle tree, a symbol of peace and prosperity in ancient cultures. The myrtle was prized for its fragrant leaves and beautiful flowers, often used in celebrations and sacred rituals. This name traveled through Jewish tradition, appearing in the Torah as the original name of Esther, the queen who saved her people.

When you first speak the name Hadassah, you might feel the quiet elegance of a blooming garden. It’s a name that carries the scent of strength and gentle persistence. For your child, it means carrying a fragrance of resilience, a reminder of how beauty can flourish even in the most challenging soil.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

ElegantWiseIntuitiveThoughtful

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#130 in 2024

Total Births

1,525

First Recorded

1966

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