Yehudis

Girl Name #1,682 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A biblical heroine's name in its beloved Yiddish form

Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish Israeli

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Meaning & Origin

"praised, one who is praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Yehudis

Yehudis is the Yiddish/Ashkenazi form of the Hebrew name Yehudit (Judith), meaning a Jewish woman or one who is praised. The name derives from the Hebrew root yadah meaning to praise, or from Yehuda (Judah), the son of Jacob. In the Hebrew Bible, Judith is the heroine of the Book of Judith — a widow who saved her city by beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes.

Yehudis remains primarily used in Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities where Yiddish forms of Hebrew names are treasured. It is most common in communities in New York, Jerusalem, London, and Antwerp.

In Jewish tradition, Judith (Yehudit/Yehudis) is celebrated as a model of bravery, faith, and resourcefulness. Her story is commemorated during Hanukkah in some traditions. The name carries tremendous Jewish historical and religious significance.

Fun Facts

The Book of Judith, telling Yehudis's story, is considered canonical in Catholic and Orthodox Christian Bibles but is not included in the Jewish or Protestant canons
Judith/Yehudit was one of the most popular girls' names in England during the Middle Ages

Yehudis in Other Languages

Arabic يهوديت

German Judith

Hebrew יְהוּדִית

English Judith

Spanish Judit

Famous People Named Yehudis

Judith Leiber

Business

1921

Hungarian-American fashion designer known for her iconic jeweled minaudière handbags

Judith (Yehudis)

Religious

Biblical heroine of the deuterocanonical Book of Judith who saved her city by beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,682
Total SSA Count: 121
Cultural Origins: Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish Israeli
Pronunciation: Hard
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Common Nicknames

Yehudit Disy Yudis

Pairs Well With

Yehudis Leah Yehudis Chana Yehudis Rivka Yehudis Devorah Yehudis Shoshana Yehudis Miriam

Sibling Names

Chaya Baila Bracha Moishe Yosef Shmuel Nechama

Similar Names

Judah Julieth

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yehudis

What does the name Yehudis mean?

"praised, one who is praised" (from Hebrew). Yehudis is the Yiddish/Ashkenazi form of the Hebrew name Yehudit (Judith), meaning a Jewish woman or one who is praised. The name derives from the Hebrew root yadah meaning to praise, or from Yehuda (Judah), the son of Jacob. In the Hebrew Bible, Judith is the heroine of the Book of Judith — a widow who saved her city by beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes.

What is the origin of the name Yehudis?

Yehudis has Hebrew, Jewish, Ashkenazi Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "praised, one who is praised".

Is Yehudis a boy or girl name?

Yehudis is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Yehudis?

Yehudis is currently ranked #1682 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yehudis?

Common nicknames for Yehudis include Yehudit, Disy, and Yudis.

What are good middle names for Yehudis?

Popular middle name pairings include Yehudis Leah, Yehudis Chana, Yehudis Rivka, Yehudis Devorah, Yehudis Shoshana, and Yehudis Miriam.

What are good sibling names for Yehudis?

Names that pair well with Yehudis as siblings include Chaya, Baila, Bracha, Moishe, Yosef, Shmuel, and Nechama.

How many syllables does Yehudis have?

Yehudis has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Yehudis a common or rare name?

Yehudis is an uncommon name, ranked #1682 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yehudis

Yehudis is a girl name with Jewish, Ashkenazi Jewish, and Israeli origins . The name means "praised, one who is praised" in Hebrew .

Yehudis is currently ranked #1,682 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Yehudis has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Yehudis include Yehudit, Disy, and Yudis. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.