Judy
Judy is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the mountain where the Ark rested”.
| Meaning | Name of the mountain where the Ark rested |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جودي |
| Pronunciation | JOO-dee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Judy
In Arabic, Judy (Jūdī) is the name of the mountain on which Noah's Ark came to rest, mentioned in the Quran. Arab families, especially in the Levant and Gulf, use it as a girls' name, often also linking it to jūd, 'generosity'. The English name Judy, a short form of Judith, is unrelated but sounds the same.
Is Judy a Muslim name?
Yes. Judy (Joudi) is used by Muslim families as a girls' name because al-Jūdī is the mountain named in the Quran in the story of Nuh.
Is Judy in the Quran?
The mountain is named in the Quran: 'And the ship came to rest on al-Judi' (Quran 11:44).
Where is the name Judy used?
Popular for girls in Syria, Jordan, Palestine and the Gulf, usually spelled Joudi or Judy.
Gifts with the name Judy
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Spellings and variants of Judy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Judy mean?
Judy means 'Name of the mountain where the Ark rested'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Judy a Muslim name?
Yes. Judy (Joudi) is used by Muslim families as a girls' name because al-Jūdī is the mountain named in the Quran in the story of Nuh.
How do you write Judy in Arabic?
Judy is written جودي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Judy?
Judy is pronounced JOO-dee.
Is Judy mentioned in the Quran?
The mountain is named in the Quran: 'And the ship came to rest on al-Judi' (Quran 11:44).