Yudith

Meaning of Yudith

Yudith, a graceful variant of the venerable Hebrew name Judith (Hebrew pronunciation: yoo-DEET, IPA /juːˈdiːθ/; American English: yoo-DITH, IPA /ˈjuːdɪθ/), entwines ancient heritage with contemporary subtlety. Born from the Hebrew root Yehudah, meaning “woman of Judea,” it invokes the bold spirit of its biblical namesake, the daring heroine who turned the tide of history. Over the past four decades in the United States, Yudith has maintained a quietly steady presence—hovering between ranks 778 and 970 and registering just single- or low double-digit births annually—suggesting a name that parents choose not for fleeting fashion but for its storied resonance and distinctive warmth. Like a softly flickering lantern in a crowded ballroom, Yudith offers enough familiarity to comfort yet enough rarity to intrigue. In analytical terms, its phonetic balance—from the crisp initial “yoo” to the gentle “dith”—lends both clarity and character, ensuring that this name, while rooted in antiquity, feels refreshingly poised for modern families.

Pronunciation

Hebrew

• Pronunced as yoo-deet (/juːˈdiːθ/)

American English

• Pronunced as yoo-dith (/ˈjuːdɪθ/)

• Judith
• Yudit