"daughter of seven (seven symbolizing completeness)"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Batsheva
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The Story of Batsheva
Batsheva (בַּת-שֶׁבַע) is the Hebrew form of Bathsheba, composed of 'bat' (daughter) and 'sheva' (seven or oath), meaning 'daughter of an oath' or 'daughter of abundance'. In the Hebrew Bible, Batsheva was the wife of Uriah the Hittite, whose beauty captivated King David. She later became David's beloved wife and the mother of King Solomon, making her an ancestor of the entire Davidic dynasty.
Batsheva is predominantly used in Orthodox and Haredi Jewish communities worldwide, where traditional Hebrew and Yiddish names are strongly favored. It signals deep religious identity and connection to biblical heritage.
Batsheva holds a complex place in Jewish tradition — she is both a victim of David's desire and an empowered queen mother who secured her son Solomon's succession to the throne. The Batsheva Dance Company, Israel's premier modern dance company, has given the name an additional artistic association.
Historical Record
Batsheva first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 2,115 babies have been named Batsheva in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Batsheva is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,102 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Batsheva Dance Company, founded in 1964 in Tel Aviv, is one of the world's leading contemporary dance companies and carries the name to global artistic prominence
- Thomas Hardy's 1874 novel 'Far From the Madding Crowd' features Bathsheba Everdene, one of Victorian literature's most independent female characters
Batsheva in Other Languages
Greek
Βηρσαβεέ
Arabic
بثشبع
Hebrew
בַּת-שֶׁבַע
English
Bathsheba
Popularity Over Time
#2,102
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Batsheva
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Batsheva (Bathsheba)
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Wife of King David and mother of King Solomon in the Hebrew Bible, queen mother of the Davidic dynasty
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Bathsheba Everdene Fictional
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Independent protagonist of Thomas Hardy's 1874 novel 'Far From the Madding Crowd'
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,102
- Total SSA Count
- 91
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Orthodox Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Sheva
Batya
Bat
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Frequently Asked Questions About Batsheva
What does the name Batsheva mean?
"daughter of seven (seven symbolizing completeness)" (from Hebrew). Batsheva (בַּת-שֶׁבַע) is the Hebrew form of Bathsheba, composed of 'bat' (daughter) and 'sheva' (seven or oath), meaning 'daughter of an oath' or 'daughter of abundance'. In the Hebrew Bible, Batsheva was the wife of Uriah the Hittite, whose beauty captivated King David. She later became David's beloved wife and the mother of King Solomon, making her an ancestor of the entire Davidic dynasty.
What is the origin of the name Batsheva?
Batsheva has Hebrew, Jewish, Israeli, and Orthodox Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "daughter of seven (seven symbolizing completeness)".
Is Batsheva a boy or girl name?
Batsheva is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Batsheva?
Batsheva is currently ranked #2102 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Batsheva?
Common nicknames for Batsheva include Sheva, Batya, and Bat.
What are good middle names for Batsheva?
Popular middle name pairings include Batsheva Rivka, Batsheva Leah, Batsheva Miriam, Batsheva Sara, Batsheva Rachel, and Batsheva Devorah.
What are good sibling names for Batsheva?
Names that pair well with Batsheva as siblings include Devorah, Chana, Nechama, Shlomo, Dovid, and Moshe.
How many syllables does Batsheva have?
Batsheva has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Batsheva a common or rare name?
Batsheva is an uncommon name, ranked #2102 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Batsheva
Batsheva is a girl name with Jewish, Israeli, and Orthodox Jewish origins . The name means "daughter of seven (seven symbolizing completeness)" in Hebrew .
Batsheva is currently ranked #2,102 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Batsheva has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Batsheva include Sheva, Batya, and Bat. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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