jude

Definition

'Jude' is a male given name, sometimes also used as a surname. It is best known in reference to people named Jude, and sometimes connected to religious or historical figures.

Usage & Nuances

'Jude' is most common as a first name in English-speaking countries and may refer to Saint Jude, one of Jesus's apostles, or characters in literature and media. Not to be confused with 'Judas', which has a separate meaning. Sometimes used for both boys and girls but is primarily masculine.

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