Yehuda Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyeh-HOO-dah / jəˈhuːdəHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: praised; Jewish: God will be praised
Historical & Cultural Background
Yehuda is a Hebrew name that has significant roots in Jewish culture and history. It is derived from the biblical figure Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. The name has been widely used in Jewish communities and is often associated with the tribe of Judah, which played a crucial role in the history of Israel. Yehuda is also linked to the concept of praise in Hebrew tradition.
Trend Summary
Yehuda has seen a steady presence in Jewish communities, with occasional popularity spikes in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yehuda
- Judah
International Variants
- Judas (Latin)
- Juda (Spanish)
- Jude (French)
Famous people named Yehuda
Yehuda Amichai was an influential Israeli poet known for his modern Hebrew poetry.
Yehuda Berg is a prominent author and speaker in the field of Kabbalah.
Yehuda Glick is an Israeli activist and politician known for his advocacy regarding the Temple Mount.
Yehuda Shenhav is an Israeli sociologist recognized for his work on ethnicity and identity.
Fictional characters named Yehuda
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yehuda was first seen in the United States in 1950. Yehuda has ranked as high as #1010 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Maryland, California, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Yehuda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yehuda (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 135 | |
| MD | 17 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 57 |
| 1982 | 59 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 65 |
| 1986 | 73 |
| 1987 | 62 |
| 1988 | 69 |
| 1989 | 82 |
| 1990 | 83 |
| 1991 | 75 |
| 1992 | 76 |
| 1993 | 97 |
| 1994 | 89 |
| 1995 | 107 |
| 1996 | 105 |
| 1997 | 98 |
| 1998 | 122 |
| 1999 | 136 |
| 2000 | 105 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 134 |
| 2003 | 159 |
| 2004 | 148 |
| 2005 | 193 |
| 2006 | 193 |
| 2007 | 182 |
| 2008 | 178 |
| 2009 | 214 |
| 2010 | 201 |
| 2011 | 217 |
| 2012 | 232 |
| 2013 | 190 |
| 2014 | 227 |
| 2015 | 224 |
| 2016 | 248 |
| 2017 | 240 |
| 2018 | 236 |
| 2019 | 269 |
| 2020 | 277 |
| 2021 | 299 |
| 2022 | 334 |
| 2023 | 325 |
| 2024 | 356 |