Joud is a unique and captivating female given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise'. It's composed of four letters: Jiménez ('ج'), waw ('و'), dal ('د'), and yah ('ى'). The name has a distinctive flow when spoken, with the second letter 'waw' serving as a diphthong, giving it a melodic quality. Joud is often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its meaning, but it also carries an air of mystery and intrigue thanks to its uncommon usage outside the Middle East.
The name Joud experienced a significant increase in popularity over time, with the highest number of births recorded in 2021 at 31, compared to just 5 in its inaugural year of 2002. This trend continued until 2023, with 21 births registered.