Judah
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Judah is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "praised; thankfulness".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Jewish
Popularity
5 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
praised; thankfulness
Etymology
Derived from the Hebrew name יְהוּדָה (Yehudah), rooted in the verb יָדַה (yadah) meaning “to praise.”
Famous People Named Judah
- Judah ha-Nasi — 2nd century rabbi and editor of the Mishnah
- Judah Folkman — American biologist (1933–2008)
- Judah Lewis — American actor
- Judah Leon Magnes — Reform rabbi (1877-1948)
- Judah Dana — Maine statesman
Frequently Asked Questions About Judah
What does the name Judah mean?
Judah means "praised; thankfulness", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Judah?
Judah originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Judah a boy or girl name?
Judah is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Judah associated with?
Judah is associated with Jewish.
Are there famous people named Judah?
Yes — notable people named Judah include Judah ha-Nasi (2nd century rabbi and editor of the Mishnah), Judah Folkman (American biologist, 1933–2008), Judah Lewis (American actor), Judah Leon Magnes (Reform rabbi, 1877-1948) and Judah Dana (Maine statesman).
Last updated: June 2026