Joud first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Joud has been for the last 23 years (from 2002 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Joud

An Arabic name meaning "generosity" or "munificence".

Popularity of Joud by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Joud is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 56% of people named Joud being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 32 female babies and 22 male babies born with the name Joud.

YearMale CountFemale Count
20242232
20232521
20222924
20212631
20201921
20192222
20182228
20172826
20162225
20152921
2014828
2013712
2012812
2011010
201008
200906
200807
200205

The history of the first name Joud

The name Joud has its roots in Arabic culture and language. It is derived from the Arabic word "jawad," which means "generosity" or "nobility." The name is believed to have originated in the Middle East region during the medieval period, when Arabic culture and language flourished.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Joud can be found in the writings of famous Arab poets and scholars from the 8th and 9th centuries AD. The name was often used to describe individuals who possessed qualities of generosity, kindness, and nobility, reflecting the meaning of the word from which it was derived.

In the realm of historical figures, Joud al-Kindi was a prominent philosopher and mathematician from the 9th century AD. He made significant contributions to the fields of optics, astronomy, and mathematics, and his works were widely studied and influential during his time. Another notable figure was Joud ibn Shuaib, a scholar and poet from the 10th century AD, known for his mastery of Arabic language and literature.

Moving forward in history, Joud al-Andalusi was a renowned poet and literary figure from the 11th century AD, who hailed from the Andalusian region of Spain. His poetic works were celebrated for their beauty and eloquence, and he was considered a master of the Arabic literary tradition.

In the 13th century AD, Joud al-Din al-Baghdadi was a prominent Islamic scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and theology. His works were widely studied and influential in the Islamic world, and he was revered for his intellectual prowess and devotion to knowledge.

Lastly, Joud al-Safi was a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from the 14th century AD, known for his profound spiritual teachings and poetic expressions of divine love. His works continue to be studied and celebrated by followers of Sufism and lovers of mystical poetry to this day.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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