Yehudah
yeh-hoo-DAH
Yehudah is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Yehudah is a Hebrew name meaning "praised" or "to praise." It's the Hebrew form of Judah.”. It currently ranks #6796 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.
What Yehudah Means
“Yehudah is a Hebrew name meaning "praised" or "to praise." It's the Hebrew form of Judah.”
The Story of Yehudah
This ancient name, meaning 'praised,' carries the weight of prophets and poets, a legacy you can now bestow.
Yehudah is the powerful Hebrew form of Judah, meaning 'praised' or 'to praise.' Its roots run deep into biblical history, the name of Jacob's fourth son, the progenitor of the Tribe of Judah, and the lineage from which King David and eventually the Messiah would descend. This name resonated through centuries of Jewish tradition, carried by scholars, kings, and revered figures like the celebrated Israeli poet Yehudah Amichai.
When you say 'Yehudah' aloud, it resonates with a profound sense of strength and honor. This is a name that feels solid, grounded, and full of intention, something you’ll feel when you write it on your son’s birth certificate. It carries a deep paternal pride, a sense that this name is a blessing in itself, an inheritance of praise for a child who is already deeply cherished.
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Famous Namesakes
Yehudah Amichai
Renowned Israeli poet writing in Hebrew.
Judah Friedlander
American actor and comedian.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#28 in 2009
Total Births
753
First Recorded
1954
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