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

JABUS

Male

The Hebrew name Jabus means 'he will return' or 'he will restore,' reflecting hope and redemption, and is associated with notable biblical figures.

JAC

Male

Hebrew name meaning "supplanter," derived from the word "yaqob" and associated with the biblical figure Jacob.

JACAB

Male

Jacob is a popular Hebrew name meaning "held by the heel" or "supplanter," derived from the word "Ya'akov.

JACADEN

Male

Enigmatic name of uncertain origin, bearing no widely accepted etymology but used as a given name for centuries, notable in medieval Italy through Jacaden de Voragine.

JACAERYS

Male

Unique name created by George R.R. Martin for his "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, combining ancient Greek elements suggestive of freedom and divine inspiration.

JACAI

Male

African-origin name derived from the Yoruba "Jaca" or "Oyeku", signifying a spiritual force bringing good fortune and happiness.

JACAIDEN

Male

Rare Scottish name derived from MacAodhagain, meaning 'son of Aodhagan', which translates to 'little fire' in Gaelic.

JACALEB

Male

Uncommon Hebrew name derived from Jacob ("may God protect") and Caleb ("wholehearted").

JACALYN

Female

American given name with a unique origin, combining elements of Jacqueline and Jalayna, created in the mid-20th century. It has no explicit meaning but is admired for its sophisticated yet approachable sound.

JACALYNN

Female

Distinct American girl's name created by Francine Pascal for her character Jaclyn Mobley in the popular "Sweet Valley" novels, first published in the 1980s. Its meaning is uncertain but believed to be inspired by Jacqueline and Lynn or derived from Hebrew Jaclyn ("may God protect"). Today, Jacalynn remains a rare yet appealing choice for parents seeking a unique name with an intriguing backstory.

JACAMERON

Male

Unique African-origin name created by blending Jacob ('may God protect') and Cameron ('crooked nose').

JACAN

Male

Distinctive African name from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, meaning "the child will be rich" and carrying hopes for prosperity and success.

JACARA

Female

Brazilian origin, derived from the Tupi-Guarani word "jacararara," meaning "big jackfruit." It is associated with the jackfruit tree and was likely given to individuals who lived near or worked with these trees, or those whose personalities resembled the fruit's sweet nature.

JACARANDA

Female

The name Jacaranda, meaning 'gracious' by association with its stunning tree namesake, originates from Spanish botanist Hipólito Ruiz López's scientific classification of the beautiful blue-violet flowering Jacaranda tree native to South America.

JACARE

Male

Jacaré is a Brazilian Portuguese boys' name meaning 'alligator', derived from the Tupi-Guarani word "yacarÉ". It signifies strength and resilience.

JACAREE

Male

Unusual African-American name, variant of Jonathan, meaning "gift of God.

JACAREY

Male

Rare Brazilian name derived from Tupi-Guarani, meaning "king of wild boars.

JACARI

Male

Jacari, of African origin, means 'sugar cane' in Bantu language and signifies sweetness, tracing back to ancient African civilizations celebrating sugarcane harvest.

JACARI

Female

Uncommon African name of Igbo origin, Nigeria, with uncertain meaning but often associated with wisdom and leadership.

JACARIA

Female

Rare, Latin-origin female name rooted in "Iacobus," meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel.

JACARIE

Male

Unique French name derived from Jacques, meaning "to follow," with a variant spelling connected to Jacqueline, meaning "God is gracious.

JACARII

Male

Rare boy's name of unknown origin, often interpreted as 'garden' in French or 'jacaranda' in Italian but without definitive evidence.

JACARION

Male

African name of Yoruba origin that signifies "Royal Palm Tree King," embodying strength and wisdom.

JACARIOUS

Male

Uncommon male given name of African American origin, derived from the Latin 'Iacobus', meaning 'held by the heel' or 'supplanter'. Despite its biblical connection to Jacob, it remains distinctive and unique.

JACARIUS

Male

Distinct Latin-origin name derived from "iacere," meaning "to throw" or "cast.

JACARLA

Female

American name created by combining Jacqueline and Carla. It has gained some popularity as a unique option for girls.

JACARR

Male

African-origin name derived from the Yoruba tribe's naming tradition, signifying "brings joy" or "happy arrival".

JACARRA

Female

African-derived name from the Yoruba culture meaning "blessing," popularized by athlete Jacarra McCoy and associated with strength, resilience, and purpose.

JACARRI

Male

African American name derived from the Brazilian/Portuguese Jacaré, meaning 'crocodile'. It signifies strength, power, resilience, and adaptability.

JACARRIA

Female

Unique African American name derived from 'jaca', Spanish for mare, and '-ria', denoting place or state.

JACARTER

Male

Rare and distinctive given name with unknown origins; some suggest it may be derived from Jackson or Jacquart.

JACARY

Male

Unique African name of Fulani origin, meaning 'firstborn male' and traditionally bestowed upon the first son.

JACARYOUS

Male

African (Igbo) name meaning "God's grace.

JACAURI

Male

African-origin name from the Ashanti people of Ghana, meaning "one who brings light or happiness." Traditionally given during hardship, it symbolizes hope for the future.

JACAURY

Male

Uncommon given name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to either come from Native American roots or be a variant spelling of the French name Jacques.

JACAVION

Male

Rare yet significant name of African origin, derived from Jacavi ("God will judge") and Ion ("God is gracious"), conveying "God will judge with grace.

JACAYDEN

Male

Distinctive, modern boy's name with unknown origins and no universally agreed-upon meaning.

JACAYLA

Female

Unique African-origin name created by combining Jacqui and Ayala, with meanings of "supplanter" or "held by the heel," and "deer" or "doe," respectively.

JACBO

Male

Hebrew origin, meaning "supplanter" or "may God protect," derived from the biblical figure Jacob. It was popular in medieval France as Jacques-Benoît/Jacque-Benoist and is still used today, albeit rarely.

JACCARI

Male

Rare African name of Yoruba origin that signifies "happy love.