Holding steady.
Popularity of Judythe since 1933
Babies named Judythe per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 129 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Judythe is a little-used variant of Judith that first appeared in U.S. records in 1933. It reached its peak popularity in 1940, during the heyday of Judith, which ranked in the top 20 at that time. The name Judythe has since declined dramatically and has not been in the top 1000 for decades; as of 2025, its trajectory is stable but at extremely low usage. While it never gained widespread traction, it reflects the mid-century preference for names ending in 'y' or 'ie'. The variant spelling with 'ythe' gives it a distinctive, slightly vintage feel.
Judythe is a variant spelling of Judith, which comes from the Hebrew name Yehudit, meaning 'praised' or 'woman of Judea'. The name Judith entered English via the Old Testament and was common in medieval times. Judythe may have been influenced by the nickname Judy, which became popular in the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Judy, Jude
Sibling names for Judythe
Names that share Judythe's style, for a brother or sister.
