Popularity:1651
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:from Judea or Jewish
Judith is a girl's name with Hebrew origins that means "from Judea" or "Jewish." This name comes from the Jewish Bible and the Christian Old Testament, so it's ideal if you want a name that'll let you share your faith and heritage with baby. In the Apocrypha, Judith was a heroine who helped the Hebrew army gain victory over the Assyrians. Despite its solemn sound and historic weight, Judith can have a more fun, childlike feel in its nickname of Judy or Judi.
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