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Jude - too popular?!

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Autumn231 · 14/03/2023 14:08

We really like the name Jude but I feel like it’s everywhere at the moment! I know three people who have had a baby this year called Jude. None of them are people we are close too so it’s not an issue, but I’m just wondering if it’s going to be a case of there being five Judes in his school class.

Our eldest DS has a less common name and we were keen for something that wasn’t too popular this time too (I’m not sure why it matters).

Has everyone else been hearing a lot of babies called Jude or is it just me?

Any other suggestions…

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DeNeushoornHeeftEenHoorn · 15/03/2023 21:50

I don’t know any little Judes, but it’s a great name.

I think of Jude The Obscure (love Thomas Hardy), Jude Law (a very handsome chap), and the Beatles’ song “Hey Jude”.

All positive associations as far as I am concerned.

MrsCharlieD · 15/03/2023 21:47

I have a Jude who's almost 9. I know 1 other. It was my boys name since I was probably 8 and my dad introduced me to the Beatles. I think in 2013 is was around 75th place on the ONS, it's a lot higher now. It's still my favourite name and holds such special meaning.

resm · 15/03/2023 21:43

I have a 3 year old Jude, only one in his nursery. Have met only 2 others (7 & 10 years old).

TheMadGardener · 15/03/2023 21:38

I've been working in primary schools for nearly 31 years and I have NEVER yet taught a Jude!

Missuspotatohead · 15/03/2023 21:36

It’s a lovely name.

YomAsalYomBasal · 15/03/2023 21:31

Lots of Judes in my primary school, 3 in one class!

WordtoYoMumma · 15/03/2023 21:31

I work in a job where I see many, many children under 5 and I haven't heard of a Jude for years!

mamaduckbone · 15/03/2023 21:29

It's a lovely name and I only know one, who is now 21 and one who is 6 - it's certainly not a common name around here.

Picklewicklepickle · 15/03/2023 21:29

My DC has 2 in her class! Aged 6. And I know a 1 yo one.

All boys, would like to see hear it on a girl.

Ameadowwalk · 15/03/2023 21:20

All the Judes I know are female.

BettyOBarley · 15/03/2023 21:20

I like Jude!
I only know one who's about 7. Not heard it for a baby recently.
I wouldn't worry too much if you really like it. DS's name was No2 on the top 10 list. We've only come across one other boy with the same name through nursery, pre-school and school (now 6)

FiveHundredDucksWentOutOneDay · 15/03/2023 21:16

Bellingham!

I know lots of baby Judes. Very popular with football fans.

SophiaSW1 · 15/03/2023 21:08

It was more popular a few years ago. I haven't heard of a baby Jude for years.

Luredbyapomegranate · 15/03/2023 20:37

Loads of Judes sorry - does seem to be taking over from Leo.. it is nice though

Joss
Joel
Jacob
Jerome
Jethro
Josiah
Jonas
any good???

Marshmallowmountain · 14/03/2023 23:37

Lots of Jude’s around here (south east)

crazylady121 · 14/03/2023 23:32

My grandson born Dec last year is Jude😊I really like the name.

NotHooray · 14/03/2023 21:27

I have a two and a bit year old Jude and he's the only Jude I know of any age Smile

OneCup · 14/03/2023 21:27

I know a 7 and a 4 yo.

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Autumn231 · 14/03/2023 21:24

Thanks everyone! Really interesting, it’s clearly just particularly popular with people I know. @SummaLuvin that website is going to keep me entertained for hours, thanks for sharing!

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DuchessOfSausage · 14/03/2023 17:32

It's the 40th most popular boy's name (England & Wales 2021 figures), and on an upward trend. It might be particularly popular in your circle.

WowIlikereallyhateyou · 14/03/2023 16:34

Also jude the obscure!

WowIlikereallyhateyou · 14/03/2023 16:34

Lots of judes here. Reminds me of judas im afraid.

HouseOfEssex · 14/03/2023 16:27

If you love it use it! We named our son James accepting he'd be James Surname for his entire school life. 3 years in school he hasn't yet had another James in his class

MerryMarigold · 14/03/2023 16:13

I have one (14yo). He's always been the only one in his year group at primary and secondary (180 kids).

I have worked in preschools and nurseries for the past 5 years and not come across one yet either. We are south East.

I have heard of a couple, people who have a little brother or cousin but not actually met any!

Meandfour · 14/03/2023 16:03

I only know one Jude and he’s 14 now so not heard it for years really.

It’s a lovely choice.