A feminine given name, often a diminutive form of Judith. Alternatively, in some contexts, refers to gambling or games of chance.
Hebrew origin from 'Yehudit' meaning 'woman of Judea' or 'praised.' In gambling contexts, from Latin 'ludus' meaning 'game' or 'play.' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century.
The name Judi peaked in popularity during the 1940s-50s, coinciding with Hollywood's golden age and actress Judi Dench's rise to fame. Interestingly, in Indonesian, 'judi' specifically means gambling, creating cross-cultural linguistic confusion for English speakers named Judi visiting Southeast Asia.
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