Joud

♂ Boy

Pronounced JOOD /ˈdʒud/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic joud, 'generosity, abundant giving; excellence, magnanimity'Medium

In 30 seconds: Generous and excellent: Joud is Arabic for 'generosity, abundant giving'. Warm, virtuous, and strong.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic joud, 'generosity, abundant giving; excellence, magnanimity'

U.S. rank (2025)#3160 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births38 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 305

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Joud comes from Arabic joud, 'generosity, abundant giving; excellence, magnanimity'. A warm, virtuous name across the Arab world, used for both sexes, here for boys.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, generosity at the root, and virtuous.

Did you know? Joud means 'generosity, abundant giving; excellence' in Arabic — a warm, virtuous name (used for both sexes), celebrating magnanimity.

Overall data confidence 78%

Arabic references — joud — etymology

Variations

JudJoude

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Joud mean?

Joud is Arabic for 'generosity, abundant giving; excellence'.

How do you pronounce Joud?

It's said JOOD /ˈdʒud/ — a single syllable.

Is Joud a boy or girl name?

Joud is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Joud?

Joud is a rare name in the U.S.