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

Attractive African American name derived from the Arabic Jayhani, meaning "beautiful.

Distinctive African American name derived from the Arabic 'Ya'qoub', meaning 'may God protect'. It has gained popularity due to its meaningful origin and unique sound.

Arabic name derived from "Jaher," meaning "clear" or "manifest." It was carried by Jaheir bin Zayd, a companion of Prophet Muhammad and one of his scribes, making it synonymous with learning and wisdom.

Rare Hebrew name derived from the Bible's Jahel, wife of Heber, signifying "mountain goat," symbolizing strength and wisdom.

Rare Hebrew name meaning 'ibex', derived from the word 'ya'el'. It appears briefly in the Old Testament as the wife of Heber, known for killing Sisera in his sleep.

Distinctive Hebrew boy's name derived from "ya'ham," meaning "to howl" or "to roar," symbolizing strength and courage, with ancient biblical roots traced back to Esau's grandson Amalek.

African Ashanti name derived from 'Jah' meaning 'God' and 'Fari' meaning 'to follow', translating to 'Follow God'.

Swahili name meaning 'life' or 'to live.'

Captivating Hebrew name meaning 'praise to God'.

Swahili name of East African origin meaning 'grateful' or 'thankful', often given to children born amidst circumstances marked by appreciation.

Arabic origin name that means 'striving' or 'struggling', signifying determination and persistence.

African-origin name from the Hausa people meaning 'struggle' or 'effort', reflecting hard work and determination, with Islamic associations.

Rare Hebrew name derived from 'yachil', meaning 'God is my joy', reflecting profound spiritual significance.

African origin name derived from Swahili, meaning "owner of life" or "life force".

Jahier, of African origin from Senegal's Wolof ethnic group, means 'patient' or 'enduring', reflecting qualities valued in Wolof culture.

African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'Let's join together', reflecting unity and solidarity.

African name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, meaning "the name of God".

African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning joy or happiness.

Arabic origin name meaning "to reveal" or "to make apparent," associated with truthfulness and clarity in Islamic tradition.

Captivating unisex name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "jahazi," meaning "ship" or "vessel," symbolizing journey and exploration.

Arabic name derived from "jahara," meaning "to kindle or ignite.

Unique African name from the Yoruba culture, meaning "Dressed by God," signifying divine guidance and purpose.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'to live' or 'to exist', often associated with eternal life.

Arabic origin name derived from "Hayyah" meaning life/living; it signifies 'one who gives/brings life' and has historic ties to Prophet Muhammad's companion Abdullah ibn Masud.

Jahuam is a distinctive male name of African origin, first popularized in the U.S. in 2016, with an unclear etymology possibly linked to Arabic 'flowing water'.

African origin name derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "to conquer" or "victory".

Distinctive African name from the Igbo tribe of Nigeria, combining 'Jah' (God) and 'kai' (power), signifying divine strength.

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "He makes way for greatness".

African-origin Swahili name meaning "God's blessing".

Captivating, African-American name created from elements of Jacqueline ('God's Gift'), Jasmine (Arabic flower), and Kailani (Hawaiian sea and sky), combining strength, beauty, and nature.

Unique African American name possibly derived from Swahili "jabuli," meaning "to praise.

Male name of African origin, derived from Swahili, where "Jah" means God and "Keim" means powerful or strong, translating to "God is powerful.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "laughter," associated with joy and celebration, popular among 19th-century Eastern European Jews, notably carried by Jahkel Katz, a renowned Yiddish theater figure.

African-origin name from the Yoruba culture, meaning "Joyful Life".

Rare Swahili name meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent', originally given to East African boys valued for their intellect.

Distinctively beautiful African-origin name meaning "ship," symbolizing strength, courage, and resilience in Swahili culture.

African name of Swahili origin meaning "God is beautiful.

Unique African-derived given name meaning 'fire' or 'energy', coined in the late 20th century to reflect dynamism, with spiritual connotations.

African-origin name derived from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria, meaning 'God's power'.

Unique African name from Nigeria's Yoruba culture, combining "Jah" (God) and "Kiara" (Powerful), signifying divine power.