הֲדַס

Hadas

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Hadas is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Myrtle”.

MeaningMyrtle
GenderGirl
OriginHebrew
Written asהֲדַס
Pronunciationhah-DAHS
TraditionJewish
Used inIsrael

Meaning and origin of Hadas

Hadas is Hebrew for the myrtle, a fragrant evergreen shrub. Queen Esther's Hebrew name was Hadassah, from the same word, and the myrtle is one of the four species waved on the festival of Sukkot. Hadas is a modern Israeli name that became popular in the twentieth century alongside other nature names.

Is Hadas a Jewish name?

Hadas connects to Queen Esther, whose Hebrew name Hadassah means myrtle, and to the myrtle branches used on Sukkot.

How popular is Hadas?

Common in Israel; less often used by Jewish families elsewhere.

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Spellings and variants of Hadas

HadassahHadasa

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hadas mean?

Hadas means 'Myrtle'. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Hadas a Jewish name?

Hadas connects to Queen Esther, whose Hebrew name Hadassah means myrtle, and to the myrtle branches used on Sukkot.

How do you pronounce Hadas?

Hadas is pronounced hah-DAHS.

Is Hadas a boy or girl name?

Hadas is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.