Yehudah
Meaning of Yehudah
Yehudah is a popular male name with Hebrew origins. It is pronounced as yeh-HOO-dah (/jɛˈhudɑ/) in Hebrew. This name has various variations, including Judah and Yehuda. Yehudah carries deep historical and religious significance, particularly in Jewish culture. In the Old Testament, Yehudah was one of the twelve sons of Jacob and Leah, making him one of the patriarchs of the Israelite tribes. The name Yehudah means "praise" or "thanks" in Hebrew, reflecting its positive and uplifting connotations. Despite being less common in recent years, Yehudah remains a meaningful choice for parents looking to honor their heritage and connect their child to ancient traditions.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as yeh-HOO-dah (/jɛˈhudɑ/)
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Notable People Named Yehudah
| Yehudah Joshua Glick, also known as Yehuda Glick, is an American-born Israeli Orthodox rabbi and politician known for his activism in expanding Jewish access to the Temple Mount. |
| Yehudah Aryeh Leib Alter, also known as Sfas Emes, was a prominent Hasidic rabbi and leader of the Gerrer Hasidim in Poland. |
| Yehudah Teichtal - Rabbi Yehuda Teichtal is an Orthodox rabbi based in Berlin, Germany, serving as the Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Berlin and president of the Chabad Jewish Education Centre in Berlin. |
