Praised
Derived from the Hebrew name Yehudah, it signifies one who is praised or celebrated. While historically burdened by its association with Judas Iscariot, the name shares the same etymological root as the more common Jude and Judah.
Less common today
Judas isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,026 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus
Jewish priest who led the Maccabean Revolt
Protagonist and aging rock star Β· Heart-Shaped Box