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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Yehuda

God is praised

Pronunciation: YAY-hoo-dah (/jəˈhuːdə/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
God is praised
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
18
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
9
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Hebrew
Lucky Colors: GreenPurple

What does Yehuda mean?

From the Hebrew name Yehudah which means 'praised' or 'thanks be given to God'. In the Old Testament, Yehuda was one of the twelve tribes of Israel and the fourth son of Jacob. He is known for his courage and loyalty.

Yehuda in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
זדה
××›×›×•× ×•×›×•×• ×•×•× ×כוו וכוו
Greek
Ιούδας
Ἰουδάδας ἄνθρωπος ἡγεμόνας Ἰουδαίων
Latin
Judah
nomen Judaeorum et tribus Israel
English
Yehuda
name of the tribe of Judah and Judas Iscariot

How to pronounce Yehuda

English pronunciation
YAY-hoo-dah
Biblical pronunciation
Yəhûḏā
IPA notation
/jəˈhuːdə/

Numerology & personality

Those with a 9 Life Path Number are known for their humanitarian qualities and desire to help others.

Associated Traits
LoyalBraveC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A name that honors God and expresses gratitude.

The name Yehuda has a rich cultural history, rooted in the ancient Middle Eastern civilization of Israel. It is reminiscent of the strong, courageous, and loyal character of the Biblical Yehudah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been passed down through generations, and its popularity extends beyond the Jewish community to other religions and cultural backgrounds.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (Genesis 29:35)

Saint connection: Saint Judas Thaddaeus

Popularity of Yehuda by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 60 2024
Brazil BR 59 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Yehuda

What does Yehuda mean?
The name Yehuda is of Hebrew origin and means 'praised' or 'thanks be given to God'.
Is Yehuda a Christianity name?
Yes, Yehuda has Christian significance due to its Hebrew roots and its association with the Old Testament and the tribe of Israel.
How to pronounce Yehuda?
Yehuda is pronounced 'yay-hoo-dah'.
Is Yehuda popular today?
Yes, Yehuda is a popular name within the Christian community.
What is the origin of Yehuda?
Yehuda is of Hebrew origin and is one of the twelve tribes of Israel and the fourth son of Jacob in the Old Testament.