Jude Unisex
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: praised; Latin: to be heard
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jude has roots in Hebrew, where it is derived from the name Judah, meaning 'praised.' It has been used in various cultures, including Latin, where it signifies 'to be heard.' Jude is also associated with the biblical figure Judas, though it is distinct from that name. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Jude has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Jules, Jaden, Jaxon, Jorah, Judah
Variants
- Jud
- Judeo
International Variants
- Jude (French)
- Judas (Spanish)
- Juda (Portuguese)
Famous people named Jude
Jude Law is a British actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' and 'Sherlock Holmes.'.
Jude Bellingham is an English professional footballer who plays for Borussia Dortmund and the England national team.
Jude Deveraux is an American author famous for her historical romance novels.
Jude Angelini, also known as 'Jude the Obscure,' is an American author and radio personality.
Fictional characters named Jude
Jude St. Francis is a character in the novel 'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara, known for his complex backstory.
Jude is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jude was first seen in the United States in 1912. Jude has ranked as high as #272 nationally which occurred in 2015 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jude has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jude (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 230 | |
| TX | 201 | |
| OH | 107 | |
| FL | 106 | |
| PA | 92 | |
| MI | 81 | |
| IN | 80 | |
| IL | 74 | |
| LA | 74 | |
| NY | 73 | |
| WA | 71 | |
| GA | 69 | |
| NC | 69 | |
| UT | 62 | |
| TN | 61 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 25 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 36 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 40 |
| 1943 | 29 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 26 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 35 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1954 | 59 |
| 1955 | 62 |
| 1956 | 56 |
| 1957 | 88 |
| 1958 | 92 |
| 1959 | 98 |
| 1960 | 110 |
| 1961 | 103 |
| 1962 | 95 |
| 1963 | 81 |
| 1964 | 107 |
| 1965 | 88 |
| 1966 | 67 |
| 1967 | 71 |
| 1968 | 83 |
| 1969 | 140 |
| 1970 | 147 |
| 1971 | 138 |
| 1972 | 143 |
| 1973 | 121 |
| 1974 | 130 |
| 1975 | 107 |
| 1976 | 133 |
| 1977 | 115 |
| 1978 | 82 |
| 1979 | 91 |
| 1980 | 92 |
| 1981 | 97 |
| 1982 | 100 |
| 1983 | 77 |
| 1984 | 83 |
| 1985 | 75 |
| 1986 | 102 |
| 1987 | 68 |
| 1988 | 82 |
| 1989 | 92 |
| 1990 | 88 |
| 1991 | 95 |
| 1992 | 92 |
| 1993 | 87 |
| 1994 | 101 |
| 1995 | 98 |
| 1996 | 139 |
| 1997 | 128 |
| 1998 | 131 |
| 1999 | 153 |
| 2000 | 262 |
| 2001 | 342 |
| 2002 | 423 |
| 2003 | 563 |
| 2004 | 755 |
| 2005 | 1,083 |
| 2006 | 981 |
| 2007 | 1,159 |
| 2008 | 1,689 |
| 2009 | 2,094 |
| 2010 | 2,301 |
| 2011 | 2,478 |
| 2012 | 2,485 |
| 2013 | 2,516 |
| 2014 | 2,592 |
| 2015 | 2,668 |
| 2016 | 2,524 |
| 2017 | 2,515 |
| 2018 | 2,497 |
| 2019 | 2,555 |
| 2020 | 2,439 |
| 2021 | 2,506 |
| 2022 | 2,305 |
| 2023 | 2,270 |
| 2024 | 2,284 |