Myrtle tree
Derived from the Hebrew word 'hadas', referring to the myrtle tree. In the Old Testament, Hadassah was the Hebrew name of Queen Esther, symbolizing beauty and resilience.
About 121 girls were named Hadassa in 2025.
The birth name of Queen Esther · The Bible
Israeli diplomat and jurist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
