Girl · 16th of 9,204
Judith
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
455,602
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1943
Peak Popularity Year
25,303
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Judith stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Judith is a Hebrew name meaning 'Jewess' that has evolved through various languages, including Hebrew and Latin. It is associated with the biblical figure who demonstrates bravery and intelligence. The name has been popular in Christian contexts since the Middle Ages and is often viewed positively in modern times. Notable bearers include actress Judith Anderson and philosopher Judith Butler.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuːdɪθ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Judith comes from the Hebrew name 'Yehudit', which means 'woman from Judea' or 'Jewess'.
Meaning
Jewess
Language Evolution
Yehudit (Hebrew), Judith (Latin), Judith (Old French)
Biblical Background
Judith is a prominent figure in the Apocryphal Book of Judith, where she is portrayed as a heroic woman who saves her city by beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian Europe, due to its biblical association.
Variants & Derivatives
Judy, Jude, Judie
Modern Popularity & Image
Judith is often viewed as a strong and independent name, reflecting qualities of bravery and resourcefulness, though it has seen fluctuating popularity over the years.
Famous People
Judith Anderson (actress), Judith Butler (philosopher), Judith Leyster (painter)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 25,303 peak births in 1943
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1132nd of 6773 | 653 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1686th of 7552 | 411 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4282nd of 10718 | 94 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6776th of 16616 | 83 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 351st of 9107 | 6,291 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 16th of 9204 | 189,538 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 29th of 12526 | 214,414 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 192nd of 19264 | 24,255 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 438th of 27321 | 8,843 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 652nd of 35406 | 6,878 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 902nd of 30306 | 3,621 |