Yehuda: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: y-ehh-ood-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Praise

Yehuda is a traditional Hebrew name meaning "praise" or "thanksgiving. " It is the modern Hebrew form of the Biblical Hebrew name Yehudah, derived from the Hebrew word yadah, which means 'praise'or 'thanksgiving. 'The name Yehuda has significant historical and cultural significance, tracing back to the Bible where it signifies the name of the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. It also represents the Tribe of Judah, which played a vital role in the formation of the Kingdom of Israel. The name has been revered in Jewish tradition for its association with leadership, and righteousness. Today, Yehuda continues to be widely used, both within Jewish communities and beyond, symbolizing a legacy of strength and devotion to one's faith and history.

Yehuda Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Yehuda is currently #1435 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Yehuda is currently #647 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Yehuda is currently #728 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Yehuda is currently #322 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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