Hadassa

Hebrew

"myrtle tree"

Hadassa Origin and Meaning

The name Hadassa is a girl's name.

Hadassa is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, being a variant spelling of Hadassah, which means 'myrtle tree.' In the biblical Book of Esther, Hadassah was the Hebrew name of Queen Esther before she became royalty. The myrtle tree symbolizes peace and happiness in Jewish tradition. This name carries significant religious and cultural meaning in Jewish communities, representing courage, beauty, and righteousness. While maintaining its traditional roots, Hadassa has seen modest usage beyond Jewish communities in recent decades. The name conveys strength of character and moral virtue, celebrating the story of a woman who saved her people through courage and wisdom.

Popularity of the name Hadassa

• 942 Unique 2023
• 46 Israel 2023

Famous People Named Hadassa

• Hadassa Ben Itto, Israeli author and jurist