"praised, he will be praised"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jude
Pronunciation: [ j-OOD ]
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A one-syllable classic meaning praised — bold and unexpected for a girl
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Things to Know About This Name
- Jude is primarily a male name in most cultures; parents of girls named Jude should expect occasional gender confusion
The Story of Jude
Jude is an English form of Judah, from the Hebrew Yehudah meaning praised or he will be praised. It was the name of one of the twelve sons of Jacob and the fourth largest of the twelve tribes of Israel, giving it enormous historical weight. In the New Testament, Jude is one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Epistle of Jude.
Jude for girls has risen as part of a broader trend of using traditionally male single-syllable names for girls (like Finn, James, Scout). The Beatles song Hey Jude keeps the name culturally alive, and its clean sound appeals to parents who want something unexpected.
Jude/Judah gave his name to Judaism, the Jewish people, and the region of Judea — arguably making it one of the most historically significant names in human history. Saint Jude Thaddaeus is the patron saint of lost causes in Catholic tradition, a beloved intercessor.
Historical Record
Jude first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,775 babies have been named Jude in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jude is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,149 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name Judah gave its name to Judaism, the Jewish people, and Judea
- Hey Jude by The Beatles (1968) is one of the best-selling singles in history
- Saint Jude is the patron saint of lost causes and desperate situations in Catholic tradition
Jude in Other Languages
Greek
Ioudas
Latin
Judas/Jude
French
Jude
Hebrew
Yehudah
Spanish
Judas/Juda
Popularity Over Time
#2,149
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,149
- Total SSA Count
- 88
- Cultural Origins
- English American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jude
What does the name Jude mean?
"praised, he will be praised" (from Hebrew). Jude is an English form of Judah, from the Hebrew Yehudah meaning praised or he will be praised. It was the name of one of the twelve sons of Jacob and the fourth largest of the twelve tribes of Israel, giving it enormous historical weight. In the New Testament, Jude is one of the twelve apostles and the author of the Epistle of Jude.
What is the origin of the name Jude?
Jude has Hebrew, English, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "praised, he will be praised".
Is Jude a boy or girl name?
Jude is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2149. As a boy name, it is ranked #156. Jude is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jude?
Jude is pronounced j-OOD.
How popular is the name Jude?
Jude is currently ranked #2149 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jude?
Popular middle name pairings include Jude Harper, Jude Rose, Jude Mae, Jude Eloise, Jude Claire, Jude Violet, and Jude Wren.
What are good sibling names for Jude?
Names that pair well with Jude as siblings include Piper, Theo, Wren, Ash, Scout, Ellis, and Quinn.
How many syllables does Jude have?
Jude has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jude a common or rare name?
Jude is an uncommon name, ranked #2149 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jude
Jude is a girl name with English, American, and Christian origins . The name means "praised, he will be praised" in Hebrew .
Is Jude a boy or girl name? Jude is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,149 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #156. Jude is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jude is currently ranked #2,149 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jude has 1 syllable and is pronounced j-OOD, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Jude include Judith, Judy, Judah, Judea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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