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Jess vs Judd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Judd

Boy #1,411 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised (from Judah/Yehuda)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,411
Total SSA Count
132
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jess Rank #4,646
Judd Rank #1,411

Judd is more popular, ranked #1411 vs #4646 for Jess.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jess or Judd more popular?

Judd is more popular, ranked #1411 compared to Jess at #4646 in the United States.

What do Jess and Judd mean?

Jess means "God exists, God is" (Hebrew origin). Judd means "praised (from Judah/Yehuda)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jess and Judd boy or girl names?

Jess is primarily a boy name. Judd is primarily a boy name.

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