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

Uncommon, exotic name of unknown origin, with no established etymology or cultural significance, allowing its bearer to create their own personal meaning.

Ukrainian female name derived from "jeremija", meaning "peace". It symbolizes prosperity, fertility, and new beginnings, often associated with spring.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'to descend' or 'descendant', tracing back to biblical times as one of Cain's descendants and father of Enoch.

Distinctive Hebrew male given name derived from "Yered," meaning "to descend." It has significant historical and cultural importance in Judaism, as it is traced back to Adam through the Old Testament figure Jerode, a descendant of Judah. Today, Jerode remains a unique choice for parents seeking a meaningful name for their son.

Dutch boy's name, abbreviated from Gerrit, meaning "strong spear".

Rare Hebrew name meaning "elevated," derived from Jericho's elevated walls.

Hebrew name meaning "exalted" or "elevated", variant of Yeroham and sometimes associated with the prophet Jeremiah.

English male given name of Old Germanic origin, derived from "Heri" meaning "army" or "war" and "wald" signifying "rule", thus conveying the meaning "rules the army".

Uncommon English name derived from the Old English word "eorl", meaning "noble".

Unique, charming name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my light" or "flame of God". It gained popularity through the hit song "Jerolene" by The Baha Men in 2005, paying tribute to its titular character known for her beauty and charm.

French-origin name derived from Jérôme, meaning "to assign lot" or "to allot," suggesting destiny or purpose.

Distinctive female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yarallel" meaning 'song' or 'melody', coined by American author Mary Noailles Murfree for her 1894 novel 'The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains'.

Jerome is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from "Hieronymus," meaning "sacred name.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "appointed by God", derived from the masculine name Jeremiah, historically used among certain communities as a variant spelling.

Latin origin meaning 'sacred name', popularized by early Christians, notably St. Jerome, and widely used throughout Europe.

Latin male given name derived from the Greek 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.'

Unique French name of Latin origin, meaning "sacred name" or "holy name," derived from Hieronymus. It is associated with Saint Jerome, a theologian and historian known for translating the Bible into Latin.

Unique French name derived from the Latin "Hieronymus," meaning "sacred" or "holy name." It is historically significant, associated with Saint Jerome, a prominent early Christian theologian and historian known for his translation of the Bible into Latin.

Jeromi: Hebrew-originated name meaning "exalted/elevated", derived from "yeromam" (height/elevation). Popularized in Middle Ages via Saint Jerome, known as "father of biblical studies". Historically associated with strength, leadership, intelligence, and faith.

Distinct Hebrew name derived from Jeremiah, meaning "may God uplift".

Jerome is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name "Jeronymus," which means "sacred name." It was popularized by Saint Jerome, a theologian who translated the Bible into Latin.

Hebrew name meaning "exalted by God," derived from the biblical prophet Jeremiah.

Hebrew name meaning "God will exalt" or "God will uplift," derived from the biblical figure Jeremiah.

Captivating unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from 'jerónimo' meaning 'sacred', and associated with historical figures like Saint Jerome.

Spanish origin name derived from "jeronda", the wild rose native to Spain and Portugal.

Uncommon male name with origins in both Italian and Hebrew. It means 'spear ready' or 'exalted by God', suggesting strength or divine favor.

Latin-derived female name meaning "to yield" or "to conquer", historically popularized from the male name Jerome during the Middle Ages.

Jeronimo: A distinctively Spanish name from Hebrew origins meaning 'God will exalt'.

Modern African-American boy's name with unclear origins and various proposed meanings, including "bold and powerful" or a variation of Jeremy, "God has shown favor." It has recently gained popularity despite its uncertain meaning.

Captivating unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yerachmiel," meaning "merciful to God.

Unique name of uncertain origin, possibly American or European, with a speculative meaning derived from Germanic elements "Ger" (spear) and "hard" (brave, strong). First recorded in 16th-century England as Jerarde, it evolved into Jerrad and remains relatively rare today.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God will enlighten".

Captivating Arabic name, derived from 'jarah', meaning 'cold' or 'chilly', though it doesn't necessarily imply these characteristics. It has historical significance in Islamic literature and culture, yet is embraced globally as a unique choice.

Unique African American name, possibly a blend of popular names from its mid-20th century emergence; its meaning remains unclear, though some suggest it could be linked to 'to rise up' in Arabic.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, signifying either "favorable day" or "strong warrior.

Rare American given name coined by author Jerry Jumonville for his son in the 1960s. Its meaning is not officially documented but may be inspired by combining Jerry and Gerald.

American female given name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting it could be a blend of Geraldine and Lee or an independent creation inspired by similar names like Jerri or Larree. It was popular in the mid-20th century but remains uncommon today, adding to its distinctive appeal despite its mysterious meaning.

Unique African American given name derived from 'Jer-' (found in names like Jeremy) and '-all', with an interpreted meaning of 'great ruler' or 'powerful spear'. It originated in the United States during the mid-20th century.

Unique, modern African-American female name created by blending 'Jeremiah' (appointed by God) and 'Lynn' (leader), conveying strength and wisdom despite its recent origin.

Jerame is a rare American name created by combining Jeremy and James, with uncertain meanings based on its constituent parts.