Yudit

Hebrew variation of Judith

Yudit Origin and Meaning

The name Yudit is a girl's name.

Yudit is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Judith, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' This particular spelling reflects Hungarian or Spanish-language adaptations of the biblical name. In the Old Testament, Judith is remembered as a heroine who saved her people by slaying the Assyrian general Holofernes. The Yudit variant maintains the strong historical and religious connections of Judith while offering a slightly different pronunciation and visual appearance. This form of the name is most commonly found in Hungarian communities and among Spanish-speakers, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to more widespread variants like Judith or Judit. The distinctive 'Y' beginning gives Yudit a somewhat exotic quality while still connecting to its ancient roots.