What does Judite mean and where does it come from?
Judite is the Portuguese form of Judith, which has biblical origins, derived from the Hebrew name יְהוּדִית (Yehudit), meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' The name was popularized in Europe due to the biblical story of Judith who beheaded Holofernes to save her people. In Portuguese-speaking co
Cultural significance
Judite has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of woman from judea.
Peak popularity
Reached #9996 in 1974 — currently #1027 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Judite?
Judite works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Judite Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Judite Rose
Floral · soft ending
Judite Mae
Sweet · timeless
Judite Claire
French influence · crisp
Judite Jane
Literary · strong
Judite Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Judite right now?
Holding steady — currently #1027 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #1027 | 1,173 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2022 | #1032 | 1,153 | ▲ up 5 · +3% births |
| 2021 | #1037 | 1,123 | — |
The story of Judite
Judite is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 5 total births recorded, Judite remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1037 in 2021 to #1027 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Judite in 1974:
💎Judite has only 5 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Judite?
ENGLISH
JodeneJodiJodieJodyJudeJudiJudieJudy
What names sound and feel like Judite?
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How is Judite written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Judite
What does the name Judite mean?
Judite means "Woman from Judea" — a name rooted in Portugal tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Judite?
Judite is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Judite?
Judite originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Judite?
Judite is a three-syllable name pronounced JH UW1 D IY0 T IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Judite?
Judite pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Portugal heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.