US Popularity:312
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Praise, praised, to praise
If you’re looking for a powerfully symbolic Jewish name for baby, Judah is a great choice to have at the top of your list. Derived from the Hebrew name Yehuda, Judah means “praise,” or “praised.” While it can always remind baby that they're worthy of praise, it can also be a potent reminder to encourage them to follow your faith. In the Hebrew Bible, Judah is the fourth son of Jacob and Leah and the founder of the Tribe of Judah. Incidentally, this means he is also the namesake of the land of Judea and the word "Jew." If that’s not something to praise, what is?

Common Nicknames for Judah

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How Popular Is The Name Judah?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Judah is currently #485 on The Bump
Boy:Judah is currently #288 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Judah is currently #312 in U.S. births
Boy:Judah is currently #176 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#176
in 2023
+ 4
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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