Jude
Jude: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒuːd/
Meaning and origin of Jude
- A male given name from Hebrew.
- A female given name.
Etymology
Short form of Judas, used in an attempt to distinguish the Apostle Judas Thaddaeus from Judas Iscariot. From Old Testament Judah, Hebrew יְהוּדָה (yehudá), said to mean “praised”.
How popular is Jude?
Since 1880, 3,024 girls and 53,982 boys in the U.S. have been named Jude (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1500 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #152 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #155 for boys, with 2,477 babies given the name.
Names similar to Jude
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Jude FAQ
What does the name Jude mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. A female given name. Short form of Judas, used in an attempt to distinguish the Apostle Judas Thaddaeus from Judas Iscariot. From Old Testament Judah, Hebrew יְהוּדָה (yehudá), said to mean “praised”.
What is the origin of the name Jude?
Jude is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Jude?
Since 1880, 3,024 girls and 53,982 boys in the U.S. have been named Jude (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1500 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #152 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #155 for boys, with 2,477 babies given the name.
Is Jude a boy or girl name?
Jude is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 3,024 girls and 53,982 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.