Hada
About Hada
Hada is a concise feminine name with several possible origins. In Hebrew contexts, it may be related to 'Hadassah' (the birth name of Queen Esther), meaning 'myrtle tree.' In Spanish, 'hada' means 'fairy,' giving the name a whimsical, magical association. The name also appears in Japanese naming traditions with various potential meanings depending on the kanji characters used. This cross-cultural presence gives Hada a global appeal despite its relative rarity in English-speaking countries. The name's brevity and open vowel sounds make it melodic and easy to pronounce across different languages. Those named Hada might appreciate having a short, distinctive name that carries different positive associations across various cultural contexts, from natural beauty to enchanting fairy-tale elements.
Pronounced HAH-dah.
As of October 2026, Hada ranked #12362 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #7381 in 2023.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.