Batsheva
Batsheva is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Daughter of the oath”.
| Meaning | Daughter of the oath |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | בַּת־שֶׁבַע |
| Pronunciation | baht-SHEH-vah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Batsheva
Batsheva is the Hebrew form of Bathsheba. Bat means 'daughter', and sheva can mean either 'oath' or 'seven', so the name is explained as 'daughter of the oath' or 'seventh daughter'. In the Bible she was the wife of Uriah, later married King David, and became the mother of King Solomon. Batsheva de Rothschild founded the Batsheva Dance Company in Israel, which bears her name.
Is Batsheva a Jewish name?
Batsheva is the biblical Bathsheba, mother of Solomon, whose story is told in 2 Samuel and 1 Kings; Jewish tradition honours her as a queen mother.
How popular is Batsheva?
Used in Orthodox Jewish communities and in Israel; uncommon elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Batsheva mean?
Batsheva means 'Daughter of the oath'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Batsheva a Jewish name?
Batsheva is the biblical Bathsheba, mother of Solomon, whose story is told in 2 Samuel and 1 Kings; Jewish tradition honours her as a queen mother.
How do you pronounce Batsheva?
Batsheva is pronounced baht-SHEH-vah.
Is Batsheva a boy or girl name?
Batsheva is usually a girl name.