What does the name Judith mean?

The name Judith means "From Judea".

What is the origin of the name Judith?

Judith is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 326 babies were named Judith in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Judith is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Births Last Year: 326 →

All-Time Total: 453,464

Peak Year: 1943

Judith is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Yehudit, meaning "woman from Judea."

Judith Light - Actress known for "Who's the Boss?"
Judith Butler - Philosopher known for gender theory.
Judith Jamison - Dancer and choreographer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Judith Miller - Journalist known for coverage of Iraq War.
Judith Leiber - Designer known for luxury handbags.
Judith Resnik - Astronaut who died in the Challenger disaster.
Judith Sheindlin - TV judge known as Judge Judy.
Judith Viorst - Author of children's books like "Alexander" series.
Judith Exner - Alleged mistress of President John F. Kennedy.
Judith Hoag - Actress known for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."

Girl names closely related to Judith

Rosa Camilla Allison Marilyn Katherine Eliana Claudia Elena

Boy names closely related to Judith

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Names with similar meaning to Judith

Jodi Jodie Jody Jude Judi Judie Judy

Births per year in the United States

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