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

Distinct Danish name derived from Jean, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.

Rare Swedish name derived from the Hebrew Joshua, meaning "God is salvation.

Rare Danish male given name derived from the surname Jeppesen, meaning 'ever powerful' or 'always rich'.

Unique English given name derived from the surname Jepson, originally given to farm laborers. It originated in Lincolnshire during the medieval period as a diminutive of Jesse with the "-son" suffix, and has evolved into a distinctive given name still found today throughout the English-speaking world.

Hebrew-origin name meaning "he will add," drawn from the Old Testament judge Jeptha, known for bravery and military victory.

African-American name combining Irish "Shawn" meaning "God is gracious" and Arabic "Jehan" meaning "God is merciful".

Uncommon African American name believed to be derived from the Latin Jupiter, though its exact origins are unclear. It is interpreted as honoring the Roman god of sky and thunder with an African American twist or simply created as a unique name without specific meaning.

Exotic female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba people of West Africa. Its meaning, "one who brings joy," reflects the combination of two Yoruba words: "Je" (to bring forth) and "kueta" (happiness or joy).

Unique American female name created by combining Jessica and Nikita. Though it lacks a specific meaning, some interpret it to mean "God sees" or "God beholds". It gained popularity in the US during the 1970s-1980s as parents sought distinctive names for their daughters.

Hebrew name meaning "to throw" or "to cast", associated with the courageous biblical figure Jericho. It can be used as a standalone name or shortened form of longer names like Jeremy or Jeremiah.

Hebrew name meaning "exalted" or "sublime", derived from the word "yarah" meaning "to fear" or "tremble with awe". It was popularized through its use as a shortened form of Jeremiah in the Old Testament.

Hebrew female given name that means "song" or "melody," originating from the Hebrew word "zerah.

Rare Hebrew male given name meaning 'song' or 'to sing', originating from the biblical story of Deborah's victorious song.

Distinctive name of Hebrew origin, derived from "jered," meaning "descendant." Though rare, it shares biblical connections via Jared, father of Enoch, and Noah's ancestor.

Unisex given name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yerah" meaning "moon", embodying fertility and divine feminine qualities.

Unique, unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from Jeremiah and meaning 'appointed by God' or 'God will exalt'.

Rare Hebrew name derived from "yarah," meaning "to fear" or "to tremble." In the Bible, it appears as one of Esau's sons.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "God will raise up".

Distinct Hebrew-origin name, derived from "yarah" meaning 'to throw', though its exact origin and meaning are unclear.

Arabic name derived from "Jair," meaning "commander" or "leader.

Distinctive African name derived from the Swahili word "jerali," meaning "to rise" or "ascend," symbolizing strength, courage, and resilience.

Hebrew name meaning "exalted" or "elevated", and is a variant of Gerell.

German name derived from 'heri' (army) and 'wald' (power), signifying 'powerful ruler' or 'leader of the army', popularized during the Middle Ages.

Rare American male given name derived from the German surname Gerhard, meaning "brave with the spear.

Rare Hebrew name created during the Victorian era, meaning "God will enlighten" or "God will illuminate.

Rare and distinctive given name of uncertain origin and meaning.

Italian name derived from "gerardo," meaning "spear ruler." It was historically associated with nobility but is now rare worldwide. Saint Gerardo Maiella, an 18th-century Italian friar, is its most famous bearer.

American given name that blends Gerald and Aline, signifying nobility (from French Adelin) and strength (from German Ger-spear and Wald-rule).

Modern French-female given name, created by combining Geraldine ('strong spear') and Jeralda (a blend of Jerusalem and Geraldine), yielding the potential meaning 'strong spear from Jerusalem'.

Unique Spanish name derived from 'gerardo', meaning 'spear strong', symbolizing strength and courage.

Distinctive name of African origin meaning "patient beauty".

Unique American given name, created as a blend of Geraldine and Jared during the mid-20th century.

Unique American female name created by combining Geraldine and Jerri in the mid-20th century, with no universally agreed-upon meaning but often associated with "strong spear.

American origin name derived from Geraldine (meaning 'spear rule') and Karen ('pure'). Its blend results in a unique and elegant choice with no set meaning but carries the essence of both names.

Rare, Hebrew-derived name meaning "song of God".

Intriguing name with uncertain origins and meanings, gaining popularity in recent years despite having no clear linguistic or cultural roots.

Unique American given name created by Jerry B. Jenkins in honor of his daughter. Its meaning is uncertain but is often interpreted as "song" or associated with the name Geraldine, which means "ruling lady.

Unisex name of African American origin, derived from Jeremy and Jamaican, translating to "holy name of Jamaica" or "sacred Jamaican".

Distinctive male name of Hebrew origin, derived from Jeremiah meaning 'appointed by God', and is gaining popularity as a modern alternative.

American-origin name created by combining parts of Jeremy, James, and Jamie. It has no specific meaning as it was invented rather than derived from an existing name.