Yehudit

“to give thanks” — Represents the tribe of Judah

Israel origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17505US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

119All-time births

📅 Since 198100

How to pronounce Yehudit

YEH·UHD·it

/ˈjɛh.ˈəd.ɪt/ · stress on YEH · 3 syllables

“to give thanks”

Represents the tribe of Judah · Israel origin

What does Yehudit mean and where does it come from?

Yehudit is a Hebrew name that signifies a Jewish woman. It is derived from the root word 'Yehudah,' which means 'to give thanks' and represents the tribe of Judah. The name has biblical origins and can also be traced to the Book of Judith, where Judith is depicted as a strong and courageous woman. Y

Cultural significance

Yehudit has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #10486 in 1989 — currently #17505 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yehudit?

Yehudit works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yehudit Grace

How popular is Yehudit right now?

Falling — down 2282 spots — currently #17505 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#17505 · Top 13%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17505	5	▼ down 2282 · -17% births
2022	#15223	6	▼ down 57
2021	#15166	6	▼ down 1350
2020	#13816	6	▲ up 1730
2010	#15546	6	▼ down 353
2005	#15193	6	▲ up 765 · +20% births
2000	#15958	5	▼ down 1529
1995	#14429	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yehudit

Best Year2020Rank #13816

Peak Count6

Average Rank#15355

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Yehudit

Yehudit is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 119 total births recorded, Yehudit remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #14429 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17505 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yehudit in 1989:

Jessica Ashley Brittany Amanda Sarah

Yehudit by decade

Yehudit peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	17
1990s	5
2000s ★	48
2010s	43
2020s	6

💎Yehudit has only 119 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yehudit?

CZECH

Jitka

ENGLISH

JodeneJodiJodieJodyJudeJudiJudieJudy

YIDDISH

Yutke

What names sound and feel like Yehudit?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yehudit also consider these

Yehudis

Hebrew · From Judah

Benedit

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Behudin

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Yehilyn

English · A meaningful name

How is Yehudit written in other languages?

יְהוּדִית

Hebrew

Common questions about the name Yehudit

What does the name Yehudit mean?

Yehudit means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Israel 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 Yehudit?

Yehudit is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yehudit have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yehudit?

Yehudit originates from Israel tradition. Israel 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 Yehudit?

Yehudit is a three-syllable name pronounced Y EH1 HH AH1 D IH0 T. 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 Yehudit?

Yehudit pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.