Kingjudah
A compound name derived from Hebrew referring to royalty.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kingjudah. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kingjudah today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kingjudah births was 2018 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kingjudah. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kingjudah. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2018
5 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2018 SSA rank
#13,259
Tracked since 2018
Popularity
Kingjudah: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kingjudah by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kingjudah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kingjudah
The given name Kingjudah is a unique and intriguing combination of two distinct elements – "King" and "Judah." This name finds its roots in the ancient Hebrew language and culture, dating back thousands of years. The latter part, "Judah," is derived from the biblical figure of the same name, who was one of the twelve sons of Jacob and the progenitor of the Israelite tribe that bore his name.
The name Judah itself is believed to have originated from the Hebrew word "yadah," which means "to praise" or "to give thanks." This connection to praise and gratitude lends a spiritual and reverent undertone to the name Kingjudah. The prefix "King" further elevates the name, imbuing it with a sense of royalty, authority, and leadership.
Historically, the name Kingjudah does not appear to have been widely documented in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, its components, "King" and "Judah," have significant biblical and historical references. The tribe of Judah played a pivotal role in the history of ancient Israel, and the term "King" is heavily referenced in the Bible, often in connection with the lineage of Judah and the establishment of the Kingdom of Israel.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Kingjudah was a prominent figure in the African American community during the late 19th century. Kingjudah Holmes (1840-1915) was an influential Baptist minister and civil rights activist who played a crucial role in advocating for the rights and education of African Americans in the post-Civil War era.
Another notable bearer of the name was Kingjudah Akpan (1932-2012), a Nigerian writer and educator who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of his country. His works often explored themes of culture, tradition, and the complexities of modern African society.
In the realm of music, Kingjudah Rastafari (1965-present) is a renowned reggae artist and Rastafarian activist from Jamaica. His music and activism have been instrumental in promoting the Rastafarian movement and raising awareness about social and cultural issues.
Kingjudah Williams (1974-present) is a contemporary American artist and painter known for his vibrant and thought-provoking works that explore themes of identity, culture, and spirituality. His art has been exhibited in galleries across the United States and internationally.
Lastly, Kingjudah Levi (1985-present) is a British author and speaker who has gained recognition for his works on personal growth, mindfulness, and spirituality. His books and teachings have inspired many individuals on their journey of self-discovery and personal transformation.
While the name Kingjudah may not have a long-standing historical tradition, its unique combination of elements and the individuals who have borne it throughout history have imbued it with a rich tapestry of meaning, spanning various cultures, disciplines, and eras.
People
Kingjudah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kingjudah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kingjudah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kingjudah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kingjudah going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kingjudah a common name?
We classify Kingjudah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kingjudah most popular?
The single biggest year for Kingjudah was 2018, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kingjudah is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kingjudah in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kingjudah a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kingjudah in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kingjudah still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kingjudah in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kingjudah can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Kingjudah?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Kingjudah at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.