NAME PROFILE

Judith

Judith is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'praised' or 'woman of Judea.' It conveys a sense of strength, independence, and creativity, often associated with a powerful and resourceful personality.

Key Stats

Total births455,955
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1943
Peak generationSilent Gen
First recorded1910
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 21%IL — 21%CA — 20%PA — 19%TX — 19%

Notable People

Judith Shakdiel (Israeli activist and educator) · Judith Light (Actress, *One Life to Live*, *Who's the Boss?*) · Judith Butler (Philosopher and gender theorist) · Judith Collins (New Zealand politician) · Judith Krantz (Author of *Scruples*)

Nicknames & Diminutives

JudyJudie

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