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Judd vs Niall

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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Niall

Boy #1,586 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"champion"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,586
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Judd Rank #1,411
Niall Rank #1,586

Judd is more popular, ranked #1411 vs #1586 for Niall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judd or Niall more popular?

Judd is more popular, ranked #1411 compared to Niall at #1586 in the United States.

What do Judd and Niall mean?

Judd means "praised (from Judah/Yehuda)" (Hebrew origin). Niall means "champion" (Old Irish origin).

Are Judd and Niall boy or girl names?

Judd is primarily a boy name. Niall is primarily a boy name.

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