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

Distinctive African American name created by combining Jamal ("beauty") and Jeremiah ("appointed by God"), with notable bearer Jermichael Finley.

Attractive yet mysterious name of uncertain origin, with some believing it to be a variant of Jamal while others suggest independent beginnings. Despite unclear roots, Jameris has gained recent popularity due to its melodic sound, often interpreted as meaning "beautiful.

Unique Yoruba African name meaning 'My wealth' or 'My fortune.'

Unique Swahili name meaning 'beauty', symbolizing inner qualities like kindness and intelligence.

Captivating unisex name of African origin, derived from the Bambara people of Mali. Meaning "peace reigns" or "rule with peace," it conveys a powerful message of tranquility and harmony.

Captivating African origin name created by blending Jamal ('beauty') and America (the continent), making it a unique representation of two continents.

The rare name Jamerson, of English origin and unknown exact meaning, combines 'Jam' potentially from Middle English 'chaumber', room, and '-erson' from Old Norse '-son', son.

Classic English male name derived from Hebrew 'Ya'akov', meaning "supplanter" or "seize by the heel".

Enduringly popular English masculine given name derived from the Latin Jacobus via Middle English, ultimately tracing back to the Hebrew Ya'aqov meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel'.

Uncommon, African-American variant spelling of James, derived from Hebrew Ya'akov meaning "supplanter" or "seize by the heel".

English given name created by combining the classic names James (meaning "supplanter") and Andrew ("strong").

Recent combination of the classic English masculine name James, derived from Hebrew "supplanter", and the Italian male name Antony, meaning "priceless" in Latin.

Distinctive African-American name derived from combining James ('supplanter') and Jessica ('God beholds').

Unique Hebrew name composed of James, derived from the biblical Jacob, and Daniel, known for his wisdom and faith during Babylonian captivity.

Rare Welsh name meaning "leader" or "eminent," popularized by celebrities like actor James David Cook.

English-origin hybrid name combining James ("supplanter") and Dean (high-ranking cathedral official), popularized by actor James Byron Dean.

Scottish variant spelling of James, derived from the biblical Jacob meaning 'to follow' or 'one who follows'.

Distinctive Scottish name composed of James ("supplanter") and Edward ("prosperity guard"), creating a powerful combination with historical and royal ties.

Unique American given name coined in the late 20th century with unclear origins and uncertain meaning, but rising popularity since its first appearance on US baby name lists in 2006.

Distinctive male name of American origin, composed of 'James', meaning 'supplanter', and '-sen', a Scandinavian suffix denoting association.

Captivating African-origin name derived from Jamese meaning 'composed' or 'calm', popularized by notable individuals like Jamesena Martinez, now widely recognized globally despite its Igbo tribe roots in Nigeria.

Unique feminine form of the male name James, meaning 'supplanter', popular among African Americans despite its uncertain origin during slavery or post-emancipation era.

Uncommon yet powerful African name of Hausa origin, meaning "Patience is a virtue".

Rare and unique name with unknown origins. Its meaning remains mysterious but its rarity makes it intriguing.

Unique unisex name of African American origin, derived from the combination of James ('supplanter') and Jessica ('God sees'), conveying strength and elegance.

Uncommon yet powerful American female name derived from James, meaning "supplanter," and popularized by celebrities like James Brown.

Rare feminine given name of American origin, derived from the English name James, meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel", and popularized during the Great Potato Famine in Ireland. It was often given to honor Saint James the Apostle and gained popularity among Irish immigrants in America during the mid-19th century.

Uncommon yet distinctive Irish name composed of two classic biblical names, James ("supplanter") and Joseph ("God will increase").

Modern, compound given name derived from the combination of James (meaning "supplanter") and Lee ("clearing in the woods"), without a specific shared meaning. It gained popularity as a unique naming choice but has not reached significant historical or cultural prominence.

Uncommon given name with unknown origins, having no widely accepted meaning or significance.

Modern name created by blending the classic James ('supplanter') and Lily (signifying purity and beauty).

Rare English name consisting of James ("supplanter") and Matthew ("gift of Yahweh"), both of which have biblical origins and significant meanings.

Modern, unique given name created by combining James (meaning 'supplanter') and Michael ('who is like God'), both of Hebrew origin.

Irish name derived from "Séamas", meaning "supplanter" or "to replace".

Irish surname and given name derived from the Gaelic sept name Seamus or James, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows.

Uncommon yet distinguished Irish name, derived from the ancient combination of 'Seamuis' (James) and 'Pádraig' (Patrick), with a rich historical background dating back to medieval Ireland.

Distinct Irish-origin name composed of "James" (meaning "supplanter") and "Paul" ("small" or "humble").

American composite name derived from the classic given names James ("supplanter") and Robert ("famous").

Unique blend of classic names James (English, meaning 'supplanter') and Ryan (Irish, meaning 'little king' or 'ill-tempered').

James is an English name derived from Latin 'Jacobus', meaning 'supplanter'. It has been popular for centuries due to its biblical significance and association with prominent historical figures like King James I of Scotland.