Jud
- Pronunciation
- [Jud]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Praised
- Origin
- Hebrew
Jud Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 622 baby boys have been named Jud. The name peaked in 1961 with 17 US births that year (rank #2037).
Top States for Jud
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Jud births are: California (5).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Jud
If you like Jud's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
3-Letter Names Starting with J
Names with Jud's exact length and starting letter: Jae, Jai, Jan, Jax, Jay.
Quick Facts About Jud
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Compare Jud to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Jud against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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