Rising since 1985, #2,239 for girls today.
Popularity of Batsheva since 1969
Babies named Batsheva per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 114 |
| 1990s | 216 |
| 2000s | 308 |
| 2010s | 986 |
| 2020s | 518 |
Meaning & origin
Batsheva is a Hebrew name drawn directly from the Bible, where Bathsheba (Batsheva in modern Hebrew) appears as a central figure in the story of King David. The name has deep roots in Jewish tradition and continues to be used today, particularly in Orthodox communities. In the United States, Batsheva first appears in Social Security records in 1969 and has seen a steady rise in usage since the mid-1980s, reflecting growing interest in biblical and Hebrew names. Its peak year in the data is 2012, though it remains relatively rare; as of 2025, it ranks 2239, with approximately 1 in 19601 female newborns receiving the name. The top states for Batsheva are New Jersey and New York, areas with large Jewish populations. The name's trajectory has been consistently rising since 1985, indicating increasing appreciation among parents seeking a name with strong biblical and cultural significance.
Batsheva is the Hebrew form of Bathsheba, from bat 'daughter' and sheva 'seven' or 'oath'. In the Hebrew Bible, Bathsheba was the wife of Uriah the Hittite and later King David, the mother of Solomon. The name has been consistently used among Jewish communities, especially in Israel and the diaspora.
Where Batsheva is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Batsh, Sheva, Batsy
Variants: Bathsheba, Batshaba
Sibling names for Batsheva
Names that share Batsheva's style, for a brother or sister.
