An estimated 52,487 living Americans are named Jude.
How rare is Jude?
Jude is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,384 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 10.6% from its 2015 peak.
How old is the typical Jude?
The median age of a living American named Jude is approximately 11 years, with most bearers falling between 6 and 17 years old.
Is Jude still popular?
Yes. Jude is holding steady, with 2,384 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Jude most common?
Jude has its strongest geographic signal in Louisiana, where it appears 11.9× more often than the national baseline.
1912Peak 20152025
Peak year
2015
Decline from peak
10.6%
2025
2,384
All-time
53,982
Diaspora map
Jude broke out in Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington (2004) and became over-represented in 34 states over 17 years.
Broke out: Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington, 2004 · over-represented in 34 states over 17 years
