Yehudah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyeh-HOO-dah / jəˈhuːdəHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: praised; celebrated
Historical & Cultural Background
Yehudah is a Hebrew name that has significant roots in Jewish history and culture. It is derived from the biblical figure Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. The name has been used throughout Jewish history and is associated with the Kingdom of Judah. Yehudah is also the source of the name 'Jew,' reflecting its importance in Jewish identity.
Trend Summary
Yehudah has seen a steady interest in recent years, particularly within Jewish communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yehuda
- Judah
International Variants
- Judas (Latin)
- Juda (Spanish)
- Jude (French)
Famous people named Yehudah
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Fictional characters named Yehudah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yehudah was first seen in the United States in 1954. Yehudah has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Yehudah has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yehudah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 13 |