Hadasah

Hadasah is a variant spelling of Hadassah, which comes from Hebrew origins. In the biblical Book of Esther, Hadassah was the Hebrew name of Queen Esther before she became royalty. The name means 'myrtle tree,' a plant that symbolizes peace and joy in Jewish tradition. This slightly simplified spelling maintains the same profound cultural and religious significance while being slightly more approachable in pronunciation. Hadasah carries connotations of courage, beauty, and righteousness from its biblical association with Queen Esther, who saved the Jewish people from persecution. The name has seen modest but consistent usage in Jewish communities and has gained some broader appeal among parents seeking names with meaningful religious heritage.

Pronounced hah-dah-SAH.

As of October 2026, Hadasah ranked #11414 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #7578 in 2012.