Jude
Meaning: Praised; praised be God
Origin: Hebrew — from Yehudah (יְהוּדָה), the same root as Judah and Judith
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #219
Total births: 1,053
History: Jude surged in the 2010s in Australia. The Beatles' 'Hey Jude' gives the name eternal musical associations. Jude represents Australian parents choosing short, powerful names with cultural depth.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #54 |
| Babies named Jude in 2025 | 137 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,053 |
| Peak year | 2024 (142 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #50 |
| Years in records | 2017–2025 (9 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 19 spots |
Frequently asked about Jude
What does the name Jude mean?
Jude means “Praised; praised be God” from Hebrew — from Yehudah (יְהוּדָה), the same root as Judah and Judith roots.
What is the origin of the name Jude?
Jude has Hebrew — from Yehudah (יְהוּדָה), the same root as Judah and Judith origin. The traditional meaning is “Praised; praised be God”.
How popular is Jude in Australia?
Jude ranked #54 in Australia in 2025 — given to 137 babies that year.
When was Jude most popular?
Jude peaked in 2024 with 142 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jude a boy or girl name?
Jude is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Judes in registered births are male.
Is the name Jude rising or falling in popularity?
Jude has risen 19 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #73 in 2020 to #54 in 2025.
How long has Jude been recorded in Australia?
Jude appears in birth records in Australia across 9 years — from 2017 through 2025.