Etymology
Judda is a female given name that likely derives from the name of the Germanic tribe known as the Jutes (Iutae in Latin, Eotas in Old English). The Jutes originated in the Jutland peninsula of present-day Denmark and, according to tradition, were one of the main Germanic groups that invaded and settled in Britain during the 5th and 6th centuries, particularly in Kent, southern Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight. The etymology of the tribal name itself is disputed; it may be related to the word for “giant” (Old Norse jǫtunn), though this remains speculative.
Cultural References
While Judda is rare given name in modern usage, it appears as the surname of a fictional character in the Judge Dredd comic strip: America Beeny is the child of America Jara and Bennett Beeny. The character's surname Beeny is unrelated, but illustrates the variety of names found in that universe.
Key Facts
- Meaning: Derived from the name of the Jutes
- Origin: Germanic
- Type: Given name (feminine)
- Usage regions: Primarily historical or among reenactors