Judy
Judy is a diminutive of Judith, derived from the Hebrew name Yehudit meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' It became popular as an independent name in the mid-20th century, embodying a cheerful, approachable spirit.
Current Popularity
#1653 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Peak popularity was in the 1940s-1950s, now considered vintage
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong association with Judy Garland may influence perceptions
- •Works well as both a standalone name and nickname for Judith
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Famous People
Judy Garland
Actress and Singer
Judy Blume
Children's Author
Judy Dench
Actress
Judy Chicago
Feminist Artist
Statistics
382,871
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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