Judith
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Judith is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Praised, Woman Of Judea".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Hebrew
Popularity
30 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Praised, Woman Of Judea
Etymology
Judith is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yəhūdīt (יְהוּדִית), meaning "praised" and also more literally "Woman of Judea". It is the feminine form of Judah. Judith appeared in the Hebrew Bible as one of Esau's wives, while the deuterocanonical Book of Judith tells of a different Judith.
Famous People Named Judith
- Judith Butler — American feminist gender studies philosopher (born 1956)
- Judith Leyster — Dutch Golden Age painter (1609-1660)
- Judith Arndt — German cyclist
- Judith — biblical character of the Book of Judith
Frequently Asked Questions About Judith
What does the name Judith mean?
Judith means "Praised, Woman Of Judea", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Judith?
Judith originates from Hebrew.
Is Judith a boy or girl name?
Judith is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Judith?
Yes — notable people named Judith include Judith Butler (American feminist gender studies philosopher, born 1956), Judith Leyster (Dutch Golden Age painter, 1609-1660), Judith Arndt (German cyclist) and Judith (biblical character of the Book of Judith).
Last updated: June 2026