Hudes is a unique and distinctive given name, deriving from the Hebrew origin 'hodayah', meaning 'praise'. It's often associated with the musical instrument 'hudú' in Yiddish culture, which adds an artistic flair to its meaning. Hudes gained prominence due to notable individuals like the American playwright Sarah Ruhl, who has used this name in her works.
The name Hudes experienced a spike with five births recorded in 2002, but overall remains relatively uncommon with a total of just five known occurrences.