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

Rare Scottish name derived from the surname 'Jack', meaning 'active' or 'peppy', with roots dating back to at least the 13th century.

Hebrew name meaning 'supplanter', derived from the biblical figure Jacob who wrestled with an angel, earning him the name Israel.

Polish origin, derived from the Hebrew 'Jacob', meaning 'may God protect'.

Rare Hebrew name meaning 'mountain goat,' symbolizing strength and resilience, popularized by biblical warrior Jala.

Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'lofty', popularized by a wise queen in One Thousand and One Nights, symbolizing strength and intelligence.

Captivating name of Arabic origin, meaning 'my paradise'.

Arabic name meaning 'ascending' or 'rising', often associated with hope and ambition in Middle Eastern cultures.

Arabic female name derived from 'jail,' meaning 'tower' or 'castle tower,' with '-an' denoting the feminine form.

African-derived female name popularized in Senegal, with a possible Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful like the moon'.

Arabic-derived name meaning "beautiful" or "handsome," originally used for royals and nobles, and historically held by notable figures like poet Jailani Abu'l-Qasim.

Arabic name derived from 'jayl', meaning 'prison', symbolizing strength and endurance.

Unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Yael', meaning 'ibex' or 'mountain goat'. It symbolizes strength, resilience, and adaptability in challenging environments.

Unique, Hebrew-derived name meaning 'ibex' - a graceful mountain goat, with historic significance in Jewish tradition through the heroine Yael.

Captivating feminine name of African American origin, derived from Jailene meaning "joyful" or "happy.

Unique and beautiful Spanish name derived from "jaime," meaning "I love." Its popularity rose through the soap opera "Carrusel" in the late 1980s. While its exact origin is debated, it's often associated with the meaning "God is merciful.

Jaileene is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is merciful'.

African-origin name of Yoruba descent, translating to 'reward' and symbolizing hope and prosperity.

American origin, created as a blend of various popular names like Jailynn and Leigh or Jayla andleigh, with no explicit meaning from any known language or culture. It has gained popularity since the early 2000s for its distinctive sound and spelling.

Unique name of Spanish origin meaning "jailed" or "imprisoned," derived from the word "jaula" which means "cage.

Modern Hebrew name meaning "God is with us.

Distinctive Hispanic girl's name derived from 'jaula' meaning cage, but not referring to its literal meaning; it was created by combining 'jaula' with the feminine suffix '-lene'.

French name meaning 'God will increase', originating from the historic 'Gaillarde' which signified strength and courage.

Uncommon given name of unknown origin, first recorded in 2015 and associated with creativity and individuality despite lacking historical or cultural context.

Arabic name meaning 'the learned one', derived from 'jāʾilī', referring to wisdom or knowledge.

Unique and beautiful Arabic-derived name, meaning 'prison' but often considered elegant despite its uncommonness.

Distinctively creative name of Latin American origin, derived from 'jaula' meaning cage/enclosure, and 'Ana', a common feminine ending in Hispanic names.

Unique American given name created by author Stephen King for his character Jailer in "Pet Sematary," without any explicit meaning or history beyond its fictional origin.

Rare yet captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'of Gaelic origin', honouring the historic Celtic people of Ireland and Scotland.

Distinctive feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'ibex' or 'mountain goat,' derived from the biblical name Jael.

Captivating Spanish name derived from Jaime, meaning "supplanter," with the suffix "-linne" adding a feminine touch. It has limited historical usage but carries suggestions of strength and power due to its meaning.

Arabic girls' name meaning "beautiful night".

Rare African-American given name derived from the Swahili word 'jail', meaning 'prison'.

Indian girl's name derived from the Hindu goddess Jaloni, personifying lightning and symbolizing power, energy, and light.

Unique Spanish-origin given name, believed to derive from the Spanish word "jaleo," meaning noise or commotion, though its exact origins and meaning remain unclear.

Unique African-American girl's name, created by combining Jalisa and Lynette; it doesn't have an official meaning beyond its origins and isn't widely popular.

Rare, striking girl's name of uncertain origin, likely a blend of Jailene ("prison") and Lainey (Lauren/"laurel tree"). Despite its unclear history, Jailyn conveys strength and uniqueness, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.

Uncommon Hispanic female given name, originating from Latin America, combining the Spanish words "jail" and "lene".

American given name created by blending Jade and Lynn, with meanings derived from a precious stone and English landscape elements respectively.

Captivating unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'mountain goat' or 'beautiful/elegant', symbolizing strength, agility, grace, and beauty.

The name Jailynne, originating in American culture during the late 20th century, is derived from Jacqueline ('God is gracious') and Lynn ('from Lynmouth'), embodying positivity.