Judah is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1055 in 2010 with 26 recorded births. This places Judah in the top 18% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 100 births ranking #404. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 420.0%. In 2010, approximately 1 in every 13,317 boys born was named Judah. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Judah is a Hebrew biblical name meaning "praised". It has a strong ancient resonance and a simple, modern shape that has helped it grow in popularity.
The name is best known through Judah, one of the sons of Jacob and the ancestor of the tribe of Judah. Its rise in modern naming reflects renewed interest in older biblical names with strong identity.