Judah
Judah is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Praised”.
| Meaning | Praised |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | יְהוּדָה |
| Pronunciation | JOO-duh |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Judah
Judah comes from the Hebrew Yehudah, linked in Genesis 29:35 to Leah's words 'this time I will praise the Lord' at his birth, so it is understood as 'praised'. Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and the ancestor of the tribe of Judah; the kingdom of Judah and the words Jew and Judaism all come from his name. Judah Maccabee led the revolt remembered at Hanukkah. The name has become fashionable in English-speaking countries in recent years.
Is Judah a Jewish name?
Judah is a central Hebrew Bible name: a son of Jacob, the tribe of David's line and the source of the word Jew. It is a traditional Jewish name and is also used by Christian families.
How popular is Judah?
Common in Israel as Yehuda and increasingly popular in the US as Judah.
Gifts with the name Judah
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Judah mean?
Judah means 'Praised'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Judah a Jewish name?
Judah is a central Hebrew Bible name: a son of Jacob, the tribe of David's line and the source of the word Jew. It is a traditional Jewish name and is also used by Christian families.
How do you pronounce Judah?
Judah is pronounced JOO-duh.
Is Judah a boy or girl name?
Judah is usually a boy name.