"Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called."
Biblical Name · Hebrew/Greek Origin
Jude Meaning in the Bible
Jude
boy
Jude means "Praised; To give thanks", a boy's name of Hebrew/Greek origin. Jude appears in the King James Bible, and Jude 1:1 is the passage most often tied to it. Jude chose to be known as a servant rather than a brother of Jesus — teaching us that our highest identity is found not in earthly relationships but in humble service to Christ.
Is Jude in the Bible?
Yes — Jude appears in the King James Bible, including Jude 1:1.
Pronunciation:/JOOD/
OriginHebrew/Greek
MeaningPraised; To give thanks
What does Jude mean?
Jude is a boy name of Hebrew/Greek origin meaning "Praised; To give thanks". Jude means "praised" in Hebrew, derived from the same root as Judah. Jude was one of the brothers of Jesus (also called Judas, not Iscariot) and the author of the Epistle of Jude — one of the shortest books in the New Testament.
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What does Jude mean in the Bible?
Jude means "Praised; To give thanks" and is a name of Hebrew/Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Jude means "praised" in Hebrew, derived from the same root as Judah. Jude was one of the brothers of Jesus (also called Judas, not Iscariot) and the author of the Epistle of Jude — one of the shortest books in the New Testament.
Despite being Jesus' own brother, Jude humbly identified himself not as "brother of Christ" but as "a servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James." This remarkable humility — choosing servanthood over familial privilege — speaks volumes about Jude's character after the resurrection.
Jude's epistle is a passionate call to "contend earnestly for the faith" against false teachers who had crept into the church. His letter ends with one of the most beautiful doxologies in Scripture: "Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy."
The name Jude has surged in popularity in recent decades, appealing to parents who want a strong, concise biblical name with deep spiritual roots.
Where does Jude appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Jude is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Jude 1:1. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty."
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Which books of the Bible mention Jude?
Jude is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Jude?
Jude chose to be known as a servant rather than a brother of Jesus — teaching us that our highest identity is found not in earthly relationships but in humble service to Christ.
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Jude name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Jude appears in the King James Bible, including Jude 1:1.
Jude means "Praised; To give thanks." It is a Hebrew/Greek name. The King James Bible uses it in Jude 1:1, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew/Greek. Jude comes into English from Hebrew/Greek and carries the sense "Praised; To give thanks." It appears in the King James Bible, including Jude 1:1.
Common questions about the name Jude
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Jude?
You can read every verse where Jude appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.