Hadassah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationhuh-DAS-uh / /həˈdæsə/Hebrew
Meaning
Myrtle tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Hadassah is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical figure Esther, who was also known as Hadassah. In Jewish tradition, the name symbolizes beauty and resilience. The myrtle tree, which the name references, is significant in Jewish culture and is used during the festival of Sukkot.
Trend Summary
Hadassah has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hadas
- Haddie
International Variants
- Hadassa (Hebrew)
- Adassa (Spanish)
Famous people named Hadassah
Hadassah Lieberman is an American political figure and the wife of former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman.
Hadassah Medical Organization is a prominent medical institution in Israel, known for its contributions to healthcare.
Fictional characters named Hadassah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hadassah was first seen in the United States in 1910. Hadassah has ranked as high as #821 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, New Jersey, Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Hadassah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hadassah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 58 | |
| FL | 57 | |
| NY | 49 | |
| NJ | 49 | |
| PA | 29 | |
| CA | 24 | |
| GA | 23 | |
| IN | 22 | |
| OH | 18 | |
| VA | 15 | |
| WA | 15 | |
| MO | 13 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| TN | 13 | |
| IL | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 46 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 61 |
| 1998 | 69 |
| 1999 | 71 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 94 |
| 2002 | 82 |
| 2003 | 102 |
| 2004 | 102 |
| 2005 | 142 |
| 2006 | 150 |
| 2007 | 267 |
| 2008 | 276 |
| 2009 | 295 |
| 2010 | 324 |
| 2011 | 342 |
| 2012 | 321 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2014 | 403 |
| 2015 | 404 |
| 2016 | 445 |
| 2017 | 398 |
| 2018 | 390 |
| 2019 | 429 |
| 2020 | 427 |
| 2021 | 416 |
| 2022 | 489 |
| 2023 | 486 |
| 2024 | 572 |