๐ About Hadas
Hadas is a Hebrew feminine name, a shortened variant of Hadassah โ the Hebrew name of the biblical Queen Esther. The name derives from the Hebrew word for myrtle (ืืืก), a fragrant evergreen shrub that held deep symbolic importance in ancient Israelite culture, representing peace, beauty, and the divine presence. The myrtle was one of the four species used in the Sukkot festival, lending the name a distinctly sacred quality. In the Book of Esther, Hadassah was the Jewish name of the young woman who would become Queen of Persia and save her people, giving the name a legacy of courage and resilience. Hadas, as the modern Hebrew short form, has been in consistent use in Israel throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, favored for its natural imagery, lyrical sound, and deep cultural resonance.
๐ Details
- OriginHebrew
- Genderโ Female
- MeaningVariant of Hadassah. Myrtle tree
๐ Variants & Related Names
โญ Famous People
- Hadas Kleiner โ Israeli actress known for her roles in Israeli television dramas and theater productions.
- Hadas Yaron โ Israeli actress who won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival for her role in Fill the Void (2012).
- Hadas Malka โ Israeli Border Police officer who was killed in a terrorist attack in Jerusalem in 2017, becoming a symbol of service and sacrifice.