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Summary

Judy is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'praised.' It evolved from Yehudit through various linguistic forms, reflecting its cultural significance. Although it has biblical ties through Judith, it became widely popular in the 20th century, particularly in America. Today, it embodies a warm, friendly image and is associated with several notable figures.

The name Judy is most popular in South Dakota, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Judy has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Judy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1447th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1496th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3700th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9270th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 532nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 38th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 27th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 185th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 556th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1393rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1582nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Judy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.