Ehud Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AY-hood /ˈeɪhʊd/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Hebrew: 'the one who is strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ehud has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word 'ehud,' which means 'unity' or 'one.' This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Judges, where Ehud is a notable figure described as a left-handed judge of Israel who delivered the Israelites from Moabite oppression. The name transitioned into Greek as 'Eoud,' and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its original form as it was adopted into various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, before entering Old French and eventually English.
Ehud's historical significance is anchored in his role as a judge during a tumultuous period in Israel's history, around the 12th century BCE. His story, which includes a daring assassination of the Moabite king Eglon, is often cited as an example of divine deliverance and cleverness.
The narrative of Ehud is included in the biblical canon, which has been influential in Jewish and Christian traditions, particularly through major translations such as the King James Bible in the early 17th century. This biblical account has contributed to the name's enduring presence in religious contexts.
Culturally, the name Ehud carries connotations of bravery and leadership, reflecting the qualities attributed to its biblical namesake. The name has been embraced in various Jewish communities, often associated with the ideals of unity and strength.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, such as 'Eddie' or 'Ehudie,' the name itself has maintained its original form in many contexts, symbolizing a connection to heritage and historical narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ehud was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Ehud has ranked as high as #1114 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Ehud has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ehud is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ehud was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ehud
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ehud.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |