Judd
Judd: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dอกสสd/
Meaning and origin of Judd
- A surname transferred from the given name.
- A male given name from Hebrew, today often transferred back from the surname.
Etymology
From a Middle English short form of the given name Jordan.
How popular is Judd?
Since 1880, 5,746 boys in the U.S. have been named Judd. Its highest rank for boys was #652 in 1970. In 2025, 96 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Judd
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Sibling name ideas for Judd
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Judd FAQ
What does the name Judd mean?
A surname transferred from the given name. A male given name from Hebrew, today often transferred back from the surname. From a Middle English short form of the given name Jordan.
What is the origin of the name Judd?
Judd is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Judd?
Since 1880, 5,746 boys in the U.S. have been named Judd. Its highest rank for boys was #652 in 1970. In 2025, 96 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Judd a boy or girl name?
Judd is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,746 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.