Judah
Judah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒuː.də/
Meaning and origin of Judah
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Biblical Hebrew יְהוּדָה (yehudá). Doublet of Judas and Yehuda.
How popular is Judah?
Since 1880, 853 girls and 35,578 boys in the U.S. have been named Judah (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3116 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #176 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #178 for boys, with 2,091 babies given the name.
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Judah FAQ
What does the name Judah mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Biblical Hebrew יְהוּדָה (yehudá). Doublet of Judas and Yehuda.
What is the origin of the name Judah?
Judah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Judah?
Since 1880, 853 girls and 35,578 boys in the U.S. have been named Judah (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3116 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #176 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #178 for boys, with 2,091 babies given the name.
Is Judah a boy or girl name?
Judah is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 853 girls and 35,578 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.