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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Judit

Jewess, praised

Pronunciation: JOO-dit (/ˈdʒuːdɪt/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 80
Meaning
Jewess, praised
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
8
Popularity Score
80
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GreenPurple

What does Judit mean?

Derived from the Hebrew word ‘Yehudit’, meaning ‘Jewess’. In the Old Testament, Judith was a beautiful and devout widow. She saved her people by seducing the Assyrian general Holofernes, then beheading him in his sleep.

Judit in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
יהודית
המילה 'יהודית' מקורה בשם 'יהודה' ומשמעותה 'הודיה' או 'הודו'
Greek
Ιουδίθ
Το όνομα 'Ιουδίθ' προέρχεται από το εβραϊκό όνομα 'יהודית' και σημαίνει 'Ευχαριστία' ή 'Έπαινος'
Latin
Judith
The name 'Judith' comes from the Hebrew 'יהודית' and means 'praised' or 'Jewish woman'
English
Judit
Praised, Jewish woman, or woman from Judah

How to pronounce Judit

English pronunciation
JOO-dit
IPA notation
/ˈdʒuːdɪt/

Numerology & personality

Effort, power, material freedom, and a broad perspective.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes bravery, devotion, and cunning strategy.

The name Judit has been popular amongst Christians not just due to its biblical origins but also for its association with a brave and cunning woman who used her wit and beauty to save her people from an invading army. The name became particularly fashionable during the Middle Ages, a time when stories of brave and virtuous women were celebrated.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Book of Judith

Saint connection: Saint Judith

Popularity of Judit by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 74 2024
Poland PL 69 2024
United States US 69 2024
Brazil BR 90 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Judit

What does Judit mean?
Judit is a Hebrew name meaning ‘Jewess’.
Is Judit a Christianity name?
Yes, Judit is a name that is celebrated in Christianity for its association with the Old Testament character Judith.
How to pronounce Judit?
Joo-dheet
Is Judit popular today?
Yes, Judit is a popular choice for parents seeking a name with deep cultural and religious significance.
What is the origin of Judit?
Judit is a Hebrew name derived from the word ‘Yehudit’, meaning ‘Jewess’.