Judah Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOO-duh / /ˈdʒuːdə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: praised; English: derived from the Hebrew
Historical & Cultural Background
Judah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. In the Bible, Judah is associated with leadership and the tribe that bears his name became one of the most significant tribes in Israel. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often retaining its biblical roots. It has also been popularized in modern times through various cultural references.
Trend Summary
Judah has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jude
- Jud
- Judahh
International Variants
- Juda (Spanish)
- Judas (Latin)
- Juda (Portuguese)
Famous people named Judah
Judah Maccabee was a Jewish priest and a key figure in the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire.
Judah P. Benjamin was a prominent American politician and lawyer who served as a Confederate States senator and attorney general.
Judah Friedlander is an American actor and comedian known for his role on the television show '30 Rock'.
Judah Ben Hur is a fictional character from Lew Wallace's novel 'Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ', which has been adapted into several films.
Fictional characters named Judah
Judah Ben Hur is the protagonist of the novel 'Ben-Hur', known for his journey of redemption and revenge.
Judah is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard', where he is depicted as a wise and knowledgeable figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Judah was first seen in the United States in 1912. Judah has ranked as high as #301 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Judah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Judah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 214 | |
| CA | 151 | |
| FL | 123 | |
| TN | 100 | |
| NC | 98 | |
| GA | 95 | |
| NY | 80 | |
| OH | 74 | |
| PA | 74 | |
| VA | 71 | |
| IN | 71 | |
| MO | 59 | |
| IL | 52 | |
| WA | 51 | |
| SC | 49 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 44 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 55 |
| 1978 | 54 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 60 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 54 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 70 |
| 1989 | 55 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 65 |
| 1993 | 71 |
| 1994 | 83 |
| 1995 | 104 |
| 1996 | 91 |
| 1997 | 128 |
| 1998 | 139 |
| 1999 | 166 |
| 2000 | 199 |
| 2001 | 239 |
| 2002 | 295 |
| 2003 | 306 |
| 2004 | 411 |
| 2005 | 481 |
| 2006 | 530 |
| 2007 | 692 |
| 2008 | 771 |
| 2009 | 992 |
| 2010 | 1,111 |
| 2011 | 1,229 |
| 2012 | 1,306 |
| 2013 | 1,350 |
| 2014 | 1,550 |
| 2015 | 1,650 |
| 2016 | 1,680 |
| 2017 | 1,931 |
| 2018 | 2,022 |
| 2019 | 2,073 |
| 2020 | 2,107 |
| 2021 | 2,133 |
| 2022 | 2,094 |
| 2023 | 2,096 |
| 2024 | 2,069 |