Yehuda
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Praise, thanksgiving
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #741 in 2025 with 351 babies born.
History: The Hebrew form of Judah, from the root meaning to praise. Yehuda was the fourth son of Jacob and the ancestor of the tribe of Judah, from which King David descended. It is widely used in Orthodox Jewish communities.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Yehuda? About 1 in 9,483 babies born in 2025 were named Yehuda, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Yehuda
What does the name Yehuda mean?
Yehuda means “Praise, thanksgiving” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Yehuda?
Yehuda has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Praise, thanksgiving”.
How popular is Yehuda?
Yehuda ranked #740 in 2025 — given to 351 babies that year.
When was Yehuda most popular?
Yehuda peaked in 2024 with 356 babies registered that year.
Is Yehuda a boy or girl name?
Yehuda is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Yehudas in registered births are male.
Is the name Yehuda rising or falling in popularity?
Yehuda has risen 89 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #829 in 2020 to #740 in 2025.
How long has Yehuda been recorded?
Yehuda appears in birth records across 71 years — from 1950 through 2025.