| Meaning | flowing down, descended |
| Origin | English, Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Judd |
About Judd
Solid, dependable, and unpretentious—this single-syllable name embodies straightforward authenticity. Judd carries a no-frills character that appeals to parents who value substance over flash, offering a name that feels honest and genuine. The strong consonant sounds create a decisive, masculine quality without being harsh or aggressive. There's something refreshingly direct about Judd, a sense that what you see is what you get. The name has maintained a steady presence without becoming overused, occupying that sweet spot of recognition without ubiquity. It ages beautifully, working equally well for a toddler, a teenager, or a professional adult. Parents choosing Judd often appreciate classic American names with a slightly rugged edge.
Nicknames for Judd
| Jud |
| Juddy |
Famous People Named Judd
| Judd Nelson | American actor |
| Judd Trump | English professional snooker player |
| Judd Apatow | American filmmaker |
| Judd Winick | American cartoonist and writer |
| Judd Hirsch | American actor |
| Judd Gregg | American politician and former Governor of New Hampshire |
| Judd Sirott | American sports broadcaster |
| Judd Sergeant | Australian rules footballer |
| Judd Greenstein | American composer |
| Judd Pillot | American television writer and producer |
| Judd Grossman | American film producer |
| Judd Asher Nelson | American rapper and producer known as "Gilligan Gatsby" |
| Judd Holdren | American actor |
| Judd Jones | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Judd Lowrey | American soccer player |
| Judd Robinson | Australian cricketer |
| Judd Lormand | American actor |
| Judd Taylor | Australian film and television actor |
Characters Named Judd
| Judd Altman | Character from the novel and film "This Is Where I Leave You" |
| Judd Birch | Character from the TV show "Degrassi High" |
| Judd Travers | Character from the novel and film "Shiloh" |
| Judd Winnick | Character from the webcomic "The Devil's Panties" |
| Judd Crawford | Character from the TV show "Watchmen" |
| Judd Wainwright | Character from the book "A Good American" |
| Judd Parker | Character from the TV show "Happy Together" |
| Judd Grafton | Character from the film "Without a Paddle" |
| Judd Greedy | Character from the TV show "The Basil Brush Show" |
| Judd "Cubby" Cullen | Character from the film "Goodbye, Mr. Chips" |
| Judd Herberger | Character from the TV show "Men of a Certain Age" |
| Judd "Jud" Fry | Character from the musical "Oklahoma!" |
| Judd Figueredo | Character from the TV show "Transparent" |