Judith Colon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Judith Colon — woman of Judea
460K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Judith Colon is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Judith is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Judith is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yəhūdīt (יְהוּדִית), meaning "praised" and also more literally "Woman of Judea". It is the feminine form of Judah. Judith appeared in the Hebrew Bible as one of Esau's wives, while the deuterocanonical Book of Judith tells of a different Judith. It is in common usage in English, French, German, many Scandinavian languages, Dutch, and Hebrew. In Ethiopia and Eritrea it is called Yodit. The surname Colon: Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Judith is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 460K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Judith reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Judith

Meaning: woman of Judea

Hebrew

Judith is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yəhūdīt (יְהוּדִית), meaning "praised" and also more literally "Woman of Judea". It is the feminine form of Judah. Judith appeared in the Hebrew Bible as one of Esau's wives, while the deuterocanonical Book of Judith tells of a different Judith. It is in common usage in English, French, German, many Scandinavian languages, Dutch, and Hebrew. In Ethiopia and Eritrea it is called Yodit.

Surname: Colon

Spanish

Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Judith is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Judith by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Judith Colon

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Judith Colon:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Judith?
The first name Judith originates from Hebrew. Judith is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yəhūdīt (יְהוּדִית), meaning "praised" and also more literally "Woman of Judea". It is the feminine form of Judah. Judith appeared in the Hebrew Bible as one of Esau's wives, while the deuterocanonical Book of Judith tells of a different Judith. It is in common usage in English, French, German, many Scandinavian languages, Dutch, and Hebrew. In Ethiopia and Eritrea it is called Yodit.
When was Judith most popular?
The name Judith reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Colon?
The surname Colon originates from Spanish. Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr.
What are the origins of the name Judith Colon?
The name Judith Colon combines two different traditions: the first name Judith has Hebrew roots, while the surname Colon originates from Spanish.
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