How Many People Are Named Hadassah?
Complete statistics for the name Hadassah: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hadassah has a very rare charm, with only 8,623 people using it today. That's 1 in 38,269 Americans. It's a modern name, with most people named Hadassah being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 7 traditionally represents spiritual awakening and enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 14All 8,771 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hadassah Through the Generations
The name Hadassah has seen a rise in popularity, with a peak of 572 births in 2024. Despite having been born into the world over 8,771 times, only 8,623 people carry the name today, making it a truly unique choice. The age distribution shows a strong youth presence, with 91% of Hadassahs under 30, indicating its modern appeal. This stark contrast between its all-time births and current living count highlights its rarity and the changing trends in naming practices.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hadassah's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Hadassah
How Many People Have the Name Hadassah?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 8,623 people in the United States currently share the name Hadassah. That works out to roughly 1 in every 38,269 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Hadassah a Common or Rare Name?
Hadassah is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Hadassah in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Hadassah Most Popular?
The name Hadassah reached peak popularity in 2024, with 572 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Hadassah?
Approximately 8,623 people named Hadassah live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,771. That works out to roughly 1 in 38,269 Americans.
Is Hadassah a rare name?
Hadassah is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 38,269 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hadassah mean?
The meaning and origin of Hadassah are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Hadassah more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Hadassah are male and 100% are female.
When was Hadassah most popular?
Hadassah peaked in 2024 with 572 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.