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Jude vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Jude Rank #156
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #156 for Jude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Jude and John mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jude and John boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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