Judith
Judith: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒuːdɪθ/
Meaning and origin of Judith
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Ultimately from Hebrew יְהוּדִית (Y'hudít, “woman from Judea, Jewess”). Doublet of Yehudit.
How popular is Judith?
Since 1880, 454,714 girls and 1,241 boys in the U.S. have been named Judith (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4 in 1940. Its highest rank for boys was #641 in 1941. In 2025 it ranked #790 for girls, with 344 babies given the name.
Names similar to Judith
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Sibling name ideas for Judith
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Judith FAQ
What does the name Judith mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. Ultimately from Hebrew יְהוּדִית (Y'hudít, “woman from Judea, Jewess”). Doublet of Yehudit.
What is the origin of the name Judith?
Judith is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Judith?
Since 1880, 454,714 girls and 1,241 boys in the U.S. have been named Judith (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4 in 1940. Its highest rank for boys was #641 in 1941. In 2025 it ranked #790 for girls, with 344 babies given the name.
Is Judith a boy or girl name?
Judith is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 454,714 girls and 1,241 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.