Bassheva Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: bah-SHEH-vah //bɑːˈʃɛ.və//
Origin: Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning: Bassheva (Hebrew) means 'daughter of the oath'; Basheva (Yiddish) is a variant of Bathsheba, meaning 'daughter of the seven'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bassheva has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the elements "bat" meaning "daughter" and "sheva" meaning "oath" or "seven." This name is often associated with the biblical figure Bathsheba, who appears in the Old Testament as the wife of King David and the mother of Solomon. The Hebrew form of the name, בַּת-שֶׁבַע (Bat-Sheva), was transliterated into Greek as Βηθσαβεέ (Bēthsabē), and subsequently into Latin as Bathseba, before making its way into Old French and then into English.
The evolution of the name reflects the historical transmission of biblical texts through various languages and cultures, particularly during the Middle Ages when the stories of the Old Testament were widely disseminated in Europe. Bathsheba's narrative is significant in biblical history, particularly in the context of her relationship with David, which has been interpreted in various ways throughout the centuries.
She is often viewed as a figure of beauty and complexity, embodying themes of power, desire, and tragedy. The story of Bathsheba is recounted in the books of Samuel, where her life intersects with pivotal events in the history of Israel, including the rise of Solomon as king.
The name Bathsheba has been used in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which helped to solidify its presence in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, Bathsheba has been a symbol of both strength and vulnerability, often representing the struggles faced by women in patriarchal societies.
Her story has inspired numerous works of art, literature, and music, further embedding the name in cultural consciousness. The name Bassheva, while less common, retains these associations and reflects the enduring legacy of its biblical origins.
The diminutive form "Sheva" is occasionally used, highlighting the name's versatility and connection to its Hebrew roots.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bassheva was first seen in the United States in 1997.
Bassheva has ranked as high as #12814 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New Jersey, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Bassheva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Bassheva is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Bassheva was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Bassheva.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 | 9 |
| 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| 2012 | 14 | 14 |
| 2011 | 14 | 14 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Bassheva (2014)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 7 |