Judit

Hebrew

"He will be praised or woman from Judea"

Judit Origin and Meaning

The name Judit is a girl's name of Hungarian origin.

Judit is a feminine name representing the Hungarian, Catalan, and several other European variants of Judith. Derived from the Hebrew name Yehudit, meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised,' Judit carries rich biblical heritage through the courageous heroine in the Book of Judith. The simplified spelling without the 'h' gives the name a clean, modern feel while maintaining its historical depth. Popular throughout Eastern Europe and Scandinavia, Judit offers international appeal with straightforward pronunciation. The name projects strength and dignity, characteristics associated with its biblical namesake who saved her people through her bravery and resourcefulness. For parents seeking a name with both historical significance and contemporary style, Judit provides an elegant option.

Famous People Named Judit

• Judit Elek Hungarian film director
• Judit Kovács Hungarian Olympic high jumper
• Judit Mascó Spanish model and TV presenter
• Judit Polgár Hungarian chess grandmaster
• Judit Temes Hungarian Olympic swimmer