Yehudis
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Yehudis
Yehudis is the Yiddish feminine form of Yehuda, derived from the Hebrew name Judah, meaning "praised" or "one who praises" from the root yodh-dalet-hei.
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Etymology
Yehudis is the Yiddish feminine form of Yehuda, derived from the Hebrew name Judah, meaning "praised" or "one who praises" from the root yodh-dalet-hei. The name is primarily used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, and carries historical significance as it references the ancient Kingdom of Judah and the Jewish people themselves.
Yehudis currently ranks #1,672 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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