Judi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Judi is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'praised' or 'thankful'. It evolved from Yehuda and has historical ties to Biblical figures. The name has gained popularity since the mid-20th century and is associated with positive traits. It has variants like Judith and Judy, and is currently viewed as a classic name with a friendly image.
The name Judi is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Judi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Judi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 606th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 538th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1089th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5383rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12301st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8692nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Judi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Judi"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuːdi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Judi is derived from the Hebrew name Yehuda, meaning 'praised' or 'thankful'. It can also be associated with the name Judith, which carries similar meanings.
Meaning
praised, thankful
Language Evolution
Yehuda (Hebrew), Judith (Latin), Judi (English)
Biblical Background
The name is linked to the Biblical figure Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and can also refer to Judith, a heroine in the deuterocanonical Book of Judith.
Historical Usage
Judi gained popularity in the mid-20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, and has been commonly used as a female given name since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Judith, Judy, Jude
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Judi is perceived as a classic and friendly name, often associated with warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Judi Dench, Judi Greer, Judi Fennell
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Judi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Judi"
"Judi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 606th of 9204 | 2,355 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 538th of 12526 | 5,699 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1089th of 19264 | 1,778 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5383rd of 27321 | 249 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12301st of 35406 | 113 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8692nd of 30306 | 147 |
Regional Popularity of "Judi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Judi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
28.53% 441st/1546 |
36.25% 564th/1556 |
38.84% 914th/2353 |
21.53% 333rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
21.51% 479th/2227 |
20.45% 497th/2430 |
26.88% 767th/2853 |
15.57% 432nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.01% 940th/2937 |
23.66% 824th/3483 |
50.37% 1772nd/3518 |
26.04% 1053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Judi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Judi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.