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Judith: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ju-hde-e-th

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Popularity: 665

Origin: Israel

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read

Region Origin: Western Asia

Meaning: Praised

Judith is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yəhūdīt (יְהוּדִית), which means "praised" and more literally "Woman of Judea" or "Jewess". It is the feminine form of Judah. The name Judith has appeared in both the Hebrew Bible and the deuterocanonical Book of Judith, with the latter telling the story of a Jewish widow who saves the people of Israel from their enemies. The name has been used in various forms across different languages, including English, French, German, and Italian.

Judith Name Popularity Data

Judith is currently #665 in the popularity of the name rankings.

Girl: Judith is currently #354 on Kiindred Girl Names

Overall Unique: Judith is currently #656 on Kiindred Unique Names

Girl Unique: Judith is currently #352 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Judith

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

Judith Butler: Judith Butler is an American philosopher and gender theorist known for her work in feminism, queer theory, and literary theory.
Judith Lucy (born March 25, 1968): An Australian comedian, actress, author, television, and radio presenter known for her stand-up comedy and appearances on "The Weekly with Charlie Pickering."
Judy Blume (born Judith Sussman, February 12, 1938): An American young adult author known for her works such as "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" and "Blubber."

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