What origin is the name Bethesda?

Bethesda comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Bethesda — for example Jacob, Noah, Michael. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Bethesda

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Bethesda

Bethesda

Girl

Hebrew & Biblical

3 syllables

Bethesda is a Hebrew girl's name meaning "House of mercy.".

Parents who choose Bethesda pick a girl name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "House of mercy.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

House of mercy.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Bethesda

What does Bethesda mean?

Bethesda is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "House of mercy.".

How popular is Bethesda?

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