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Arthur vs Jude

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Jude Rank #156

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #156 for Jude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Jude more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Jude mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Arthur and Jude boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.

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