Juda

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Juda Pronunciation

Juda is pronounced JOO-dah /ˈdʒu.dɑ/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Judah — from Hebrew Yehuda, 'praised; let God be praised' (a son of Jacob; the tribe of Judah)Medium

In 30 seconds: Praised: Juda spells Judah — 'let God be praised'. Devout, strong, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningSpelling of Judah — from Hebrew Yehuda, 'praised; let God be praised' (a son of Jacob; the tribe of Judah)

U.S. rank (2024)#5128 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 367

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Juda is a spelling of Judah — from Hebrew Yehuda, 'praised; let God be praised' (the fourth son of Jacob, ancestor of the royal tribe of Judah and of King David). A devout, strong name; the spelling personalizes it (said 'JOO-dah').

It registers thinly beside Judah. Rare, praised at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Judah means 'praised; let God be praised' in Hebrew (a son of Jacob; the royal tribe of Judah, from whom 'Jew' derives) — Juda is a streamlined spelling; devout and strong.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Judah — root etymology

Variations

JudahYehudaJuda

Nicknames

Jude

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Jude— a short form

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Juda?

Juda is pronounced JOO-dah (/ˈdʒu.dɑ/). Press play above to hear Juda said aloud.

How do you say Juda?

Juda is said JOO-dah (/ˈdʒu.dɑ/). Press play above to hear Juda said aloud.

What does the name Juda mean?

Juda spells Judah — Hebrew 'praised; let God be praised'.

Is Juda a boy or girl name?

Juda is a boy's name.

How popular is Juda?

Juda is a rare name in the U.S.