Jude: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ju-hde-h
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Praised

The name Jude is of Hebrew origin and means "praised". It is a variant of Judas, which was used in the New Testament to refer to the second Judas, Judas Iscariot. Jude is a gender-neutral name, although it is more commonly given to boys. The name gained popularity thanks to the iconic song "Hey Jude" by The Beatles and has religious significance for people of the Catholic faith, as it is connected to one of the twelve apostles, St. Jude.

Jude Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jude is currently #220 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jude is currently #220 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jude is currently #217 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Jude is currently #217 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Jude

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Jude, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Jude Law: Jude Law is an English actor known for his roles in "The Talented Mr. Ripley," "Sherlock Holmes," and "The Young Pope."
  • Jude Ciccolella: Jude Ciccolella is an American actor known for his roles in "The Terminal," "Sin City," and the television series "24."

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