JUDGE
Judge (surname)
The surname Judge is of English and Irish origin, derived from the Middle English word "Juge" ultimately from the Old French term "juge," meaning a judge or arbiter. The name was originally an occupational surname given to someone who served as a judge in legal matters.
Origin
The surname Judge is found throughout the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas such as London, the West Midlands, and Northern Ireland. In Ireland, the name is most prevalent in counties Cork and Limerick. Variations of the name include Judges and Judgee.
Notable People
- Celestine Babayaro Judge: A Nigerian former professional footballer who played for Chelsea and the Nigerian national team.
- Susan Judge: A British television presenter known for her work on BBC Radio 2.
- John Judge: An American researcher and conspiracy theorist.
Coat of Arms
The Judge family crest typically features a shield crossed with a sceptre and sword, symbolising authority and justice. The shield may be embellished with four gold crosses pattee, denoting faith and trust.
The surname Judge carries with it a sense of honour, authority, and respect, reflecting the historical significance of the role of judge in society. Today, individuals bearing the name continue to uphold these values in various fields and professions.
There are approximately 6,215 people named Judge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,525th most common surname in Britain. Around 95 in a million people in Britain are named Judge.
Surname type: Status name
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria