What origin is the name Bethseda?

Bethseda 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 Bethseda — for example Jacob, Noah, Michael. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Bethseda

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Bethseda

Bethseda

Girl

Hebrew & Biblical

3 syllables

Bethseda is a Hebrew girl's name meaning "Merciful.".

Parents who choose Bethseda pick a girl name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Merciful.". 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

Merciful.

Popularity

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

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What does Bethseda mean?

Bethseda is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Merciful.".

How popular is Bethseda?

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