I've always been fascinated by the biblical
Judas, that being said, I don't think it wise to use one a child. I do prefer it to
Jude, though - I agree that it sounds warm and compassionate, while
Jude feels, for lack of a better term, "edgy" to me.
masculine list:
https://www.behindthename.com/pnl/191050/124079feminine list:
https://www.behindthename.com/pnl/191050/124080