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Judy
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About Judy
Wholesome, approachable charm defines this mid-century favorite ready for vintage revival among retro-minded parents. The cheerful, upbeat quality creates instant likability while the brevity provides modern appeal. Its previous popularity means most people know and can easily spell and pronounce it, eliminating common naming frustrations. The name carries a friendly, down-to-earth quality that feels refreshingly unpretentious in an era of elaborate choices. This option works beautifully for families valuing simplicity, classic American style, and names that don't take themselves too seriously. The current scarcity among babies transforms yesterday's common choice into today's distinctive option, offering the best aspects of both familiar and fresh. Its straightforward nature allows individual personality to define it rather than vice versa, providing a comfortable foundation rather than overwhelming identity. For parents seeking genuine retro appeal without affectation, this represents authentic vintage territory worth exploring.
Popularity of the Name Judy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #883 | |||
| 1881 | #885 | |||
| 1882 | #972 | |||
| 1885 | #983 | |||
| 1886 | #799 | |||
| 1891 | #919 | |||
| 1893 | #926 | |||
| 1897 | #953 | |||
| 1899 | #954 | |||
| 1902 | #833 | |||
| 1904 | #978 | |||
| 1909 | #715 | |||
| 1910 | #803 | |||
| 1911 | #709 | |||
| 1912 | #702 | |||
| 1913 | #731 | |||
| 1914 | #703 | |||
| 1915 | #728 | |||
| 1916 | #626 | |||
| 1917 | #583 | |||
| 1918 | #595 | |||
| 1919 | #527 | |||
| 1920 | #483 | |||
| 1921 | #482 | |||
| 1922 | #460 | |||
| 1923 | #448 | |||
| 1924 | #420 | |||
| 1925 | #389 | |||
| 1926 | #368 | |||
| 1927 | #399 | |||
| 1928 | #432 | |||
| 1929 | #386 | |||
| 1930 | #342 | |||
| 1931 | #321 | |||
| 1932 | #259 | |||
| 1933 | #228 | |||
| 1934 | #184 | |||
| 1935 | #143 | |||
| 1936 | #118 | |||
| 1937 | #91 | |||
| 1938 | #41 | |||
| 1939 | #28 | |||
| 1940 | #16 | |||
| 1941 | #16 | |||
| 1942 | #15 | #189 | ||
| 1943 | #13 | #182 | ||
| 1944 | #12 | #147 | ||
| 1945 | #13 | #219 | ||
| 1946 | #11 | #216 | ||
| 1947 | #14 | #156 | ||
| 1948 | #16 | #221 | ||
| 1949 | #20 | #165 | ||
| 1950 | #25 | #169 | ||
| 1951 | #26 | #150 | ||
| 1952 | #26 | #117 | ||
| 1953 | #27 | #129 | ||
| 1954 | #29 | #124 | ||
| 1955 | #32 | #154 | ||
| 1956 | #35 | #153 | ||
| 1957 | #38 | #176 | ||
| 1958 | #36 | #140 | ||
| 1959 | #41 | #141 | ||
| 1960 | #48 | #174 | ||
| 1961 | #58 | #161 | ||
| 1962 | #63 | #158 | ||
| 1963 | #70 | #127 | ||
| 1964 | #74 | #141 | ||
| 1965 | #86 | #144 | ||
| 1966 | #97 | #150 | #413 | |
| 1967 | #121 | #150 | ||
| 1968 | #142 | #225 | #376 | |
| 1969 | #162 | #312 | ||
| 1970 | #177 | #238 | #299 | |
| 1971 | #196 | #290 | #283 | |
| 1972 | #222 | #322 | #307 | |
| 1973 | #246 | #357 | #389 | |
| 1974 | #276 | #455 | ||
| 1975 | #306 | #353 | #334 | |
| 1976 | #349 | #326 | #354 | |
| 1977 | #349 | #340 | ||
| 1978 | #382 | #448 | ||
| 1979 | #405 | #359 | ||
| 1980 | #408 | #513 | ||
| 1981 | #381 | #507 | ||
| 1982 | #375 | #381 | ||
| 1983 | #414 | #502 | ||
| 1984 | #413 | #565 | ||
| 1985 | #462 | #487 | ||
| 1986 | #504 | #569 | ||
| 1987 | #511 | #463 | ||
| 1988 | #536 | #424 | ||
| 1989 | #593 | #536 | ||
| 1990 | #575 | #563 | ||
| 1991 | #712 | #410 | #533 | |
| 1992 | #656 | #480 | #367 | |
| 1993 | #766 | #478 | ||
| 1994 | #829 | #546 | #511 | |
| 1995 | #771 | #481 | #442 | |
| 1996 | #845 | #446 | #407 | |
| 1997 | #927 | #536 | #429 | |
| 1998 | #994 | #556 | #434 | |
| 2002 | #558 | #535 | ||
| 2003 | #518 | #558 | ||
| 2004 | #623 | #586 | ||
| 2007 | #578 | #511 | ||
| 2010 | #623 | #609 | ||
| 2011 | #644 | #667 | ||
| 2013 | #987 | #677 | ||
| 2014 | #953 | #830 | ||
| 2015 | #984 | #793 | ||
| 2016 | #699 | #664 | ||
| 2017 | #676 | #618 | ||
| 2018 | #957 | #644 | ||
| 2020 | #735 | #671 | ||
| 2021 | #404 | #769 | ||
| 2024 | #789 | |||
| 2025 | #957 | |||
| 1999 | #513 | |||
| 2000 | #497 | |||
| 2001 | #575 | |||
| 2005 | #519 | |||
| 2006 | #602 | |||
| 2008 | #585 | |||
| 2009 | #605 | |||
| 2012 | #629 | |||
| 2019 | #591 | |||
| 2022 | #843 | |||
| 2023 | #891 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Judy
Names Similar to Judy
Nicknames for Judy
- Jude
- Juju
- Didi
- Juds
- Jay
Famous People Named Judy
| Judy Garland | Iconic actress and singer known for her role as Dorothy in "The Wizard of Oz" |
| Judy Blume | Acclaimed author of children's and young adult books |
| Judy Collins | Renowned folk singer-songwriter |
| Judy Dench | British actress known for her roles in various James Bond films |
| Judy Greer | American actress known for her roles in "Archer" and "Ant-Man" |
| Judy Reyes | Actress known for her role in the TV series "Scrubs" |
| Judy Sheindlin | Better known as Judge Judy, a famous television judge |
| Judy Woodruff | Award-winning journalist and news anchor |
| Judy Murray | British tennis coach and mother of tennis players Andy and Jamie Murray |
Characters Named Judy
| Judy Jetson | Character from the animated TV series "The Jetsons" |
| Judy Robinson | Character from the TV show and movie "Lost in Space" |
| Judy Abbott | Protagonist of the novel "Daddy-Long-Legs" by Jean Webster |
| Judy Miller | Main character in the TV series "According to Jim" |
| Judy Funnie | Character from the animated TV series "Doug" |
| Judy Witwicky | Character in the "Transformers" film series |
| Judy Winslow | Character in the TV series "Family Matters" |
| Judy Brooks | Character in the TV series "My So-Called Life" |
| Judy Hoffs | Character in the TV series "21 Jump Street" |
| Judy Neutron | Character in the animated film and TV series "Jimmy Neutron - Boy Genius" |