Female and male first names beginning with the letter “J”..

Hebrew origin and means 'celebrate' or 'give thanks'.

Japanese unisex name derived from the kanji '雅', meaning 'elegant' or 'refined'. Historically, it was chosen for its literary significance and has been borne by many notable figures in Japan.

Arabic name derived from the verb "ja'abara," meaning 'to travel' or 'to journey.'

Arabic origin, meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', and is associated with the prophet Muhammad's companion, reinforcing its historical significance.

African-origin name from Swahili culture, meaning 'community' or 'group', signifying unity and harmony.

Sanskrit name meaning "victory," associated with Hindu goddess Durga, popular among South Asian communities and now globally recognized as a striking choice regardless of gender.

Modern Hebrew name derived from 'Ya'ad', meaning 'to assemble' or 'gather together'.

Arabic masculine given name derived from 'ja'far', meaning 'comprehend' or 'understand'. It's associated with Ja'far al-Sadiq, the sixth Shia Imam.

Rare Hebrew male name meaning 'friend', with possible biblical inspiration.

Distinctive African-origin name popularized by Amiri Baraka, often associated with 'flow' or 'freedom,' gaining popularity among African American families.

The Indian-origin name Jaala, meaning 'net' or 'snare', is inspired by Hindu mythology's demoness Jaala, defeated by Krishna.

Hebrew name meaning 'mountain goat' or 'rock climber', originating from Jewish history and associated with King David's Mighty Men.

Rare, unique given name of unknown origin, with no widely documented meaning.

The unique name Jaali, of Sanskrit origin, means 'victory' or 'success', making it a powerful choice.

Arabic girl's name meaning "of the curtain" or "belonging to the veil," symbolizing modesty in Islamic culture.

Modern boy's name created by blending Jamal (Arabic for "beautiful") and Ryan (Irish for "little king"), signifying beauty and royalty with no historical figure attached.

Distinctive Nigerian Yoruba name meaning "supreme being," symbolizing power and pride.

African origin, specifically from the Fulani people, and means "beauty" or "handsome".

Estonian name that means 'to live' or 'to be alive', symbolizing strength and resilience.

Finnish female given name derived from 'jaana', meaning 'to rise' or 'to ascend'.

Indian-origin name from Rajasthan meaning 'people' or 'group'. It's associated with Lord Krishna in Hindu mythology, symbolizing unity and togetherness.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "God answers" and signifying answered prayers.

Indian name of Hindi origin, meaning 'the daughter of Janaka', derived from the revered Hindu goddess Sita.

Indian name derived from Sanskrit "Janvi," meaning the sixth lunar day, associated with Goddess Durga in Hindu mythology.

Dutch male name derived from Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel", popular among nobility yet relatively uncommon outside the Netherlands.

Unique Hebrew name derived from "yarah," meaning "to flow" or "to descend." Popularized by American author Jack Kerouac, it has gained appeal in English-speaking countries despite not being common in Hebrew culture. Its root word suggests fluidity and adaptability, making Jaaron a distinctive choice with biblical roots.

African origin, means "rejoicing" or "celebrating".

Unique Hebrew name derived from 'ya'aqob' (Jacob) and 'el' (God), translating to 'May God protect Jacob'.

Arabic name derived from 'jasad,' meaning 'body,' often given to physically robust individuals with a historical association to martial traditions in Islamic communities.

Jason is a Greek name meaning "healer" or "to cure", derived from the Greek word "iasthai". It is also associated with Jason, one of the Argonauts who sought the Golden Fleece in Greek mythology.

Indian name from Karnataka, meaning "jasmine", associated with beauty and grace like the Jasmine flower.

The name Jaavon has African origins, specifically from the Yoruba language, where it is derived from 'Jaboni'. It translates to 'Father's joy' and is often associated with individuals who are charismatic and charming. Its common pronunciation is 'Ja-ah-von', emphasizing the first syllable.

Rare Hebrew name derived from "zaak", meaning 'pure' or 'innocent', with historical significance in the Bible as a chief priest during Babylonian captivity.

Hebrew origin and means "God hears" or "God answers".

Arabic origin name meaning 'to increase or multiply', associated with growth and prosperity. It was popular among medieval Islamic royalty and nobility for its perceived qualities of wisdom and leadership.

Arabic boys' and girls' name meaning "the dawn," associated with Adam in Islamic tradition, and popularized by historic figures like Jaaziah ibn Abdallah al-Hamadhani.

Distinctive Hebrew boys' name derived from 'Ya'atziel,' meaning 'God is my strength.'

Hebrew name meaning "God is my strength.

Arabic name meaning "to cover" or "envelop," associated with Prophet Muhammad's companion Jabir ibn Abdullah, known for his honesty, courage, and wisdom.

Arabic male given name derived from "jaabar," meaning "strong" or "powerful," and one of Allah's 99 beautiful names in Islamic tradition.