| Meaning | myrtle tree |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ha-das-sah |
About Hadassah
Richness and depth define this historically resonant name that carries centuries of tradition within its syllables. Hadassah offers substance rare in contemporary naming, connecting a child to heritage while providing her with something truly distinctive. The name commands respect through its length and complexity, suggesting someone of importance and dignity. Its biblical connections add layers of meaning for families valuing religious or cultural ties, though the name stands beautifully on its own merits regardless of background. Hadassah's uniqueness virtually guarantees individuality—your daughter will own this name in her social circles. The melodic quality of its syllables prevents it from feeling heavy despite its weight, creating pleasant auditory appeal. This is a name for parents who appreciate substance over simplicity, tradition over trendiness, and depth over superficial appeal.
Nicknames for Hadassah
| Hada |
| Dassie |
| Dassy |
| Hadas |
| Haddie |
Famous People Named Hadassah
| Hadassah Lieberman | American businesswoman and wife of former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman |
| Hadassah de Boer | Dutch television presenter and model |
| Hadassah Goldvicht | Israeli artist and filmmaker |
| Hadassah Richardson | American singer and actress |
| Hadassah Rosenthal | German mathematician |
| Hadassah Harper | British screenwriter and film producer |
| Hadassah Lane | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Hadassah Mukomberanwa | Zimbabwean sculptor |
| Hadassah Max | Canadian fashion designer |
| Hadassah Minogue | Irish historian and author |
| Hadassah Penn | Jamaican track and field athlete |
| Hadassah Raskas | American journalist and radio host |
| Hadassah Schloss | Austrian painter and graphic artist |
| Hadassah Soares | Brazilian basketball player |
| Hadassah Alencar | Portuguese actress |
| Hadassah D'Almeida | Indian film director and screenwriter |
| Hadassah Tirosh | Israeli politician and lawyer |
| Hadassah Zucchi | Italian sculptor |
| Hadassah Daeng Nimakoe | Indonesian painter |
Characters Named Hadassah
| Hadassah the Beauty | Character from the novel "Hadassah - One Night with the King" by Tommy Tenney and Mark Andrew Olsen |
| Hadassah Esther | Character from the film "One Night with the King" |
| Hadassah Berg | Character from the TV series "The Gifted" |
| Hadassah Walker | Character from the novel "Stone of Tears" by Terry Goodkind |
| Hadassah Bly | Character from the TV series "Jericho" |
| Hadassah Russell | Character from the TV series "Highlander" |
| Hadassah Gittelman | Character from the film "Yentl" |
| Hadassah Levy | Character from the TV series "Fringe" |
| Hadassah Beck | Character from the novel "Beck" by Mal Peet |
| Hadassah Gold | Character from the novel "An Orphan's Secret" by Maggie Bennett |
| Hadassah Richards | Character from the TV series "The Shield" |
| Hadassah Ely | Character from the film "House of Sand and Fog" |
| Hadassah Bergstrom | Character from the TV series "Defiance" |
| Hadassah Norris | Character from the TV series "Skins" |
| Hadassah Carver | Character from the film "The Patriot" |
| Hadassah Veazey | Character from the TV series "Life" |