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

American boy's name created in the late 20th century, combining Hebrew ("held by the heel") and Latin ("victory") elements to mean "Victorious supplanter".

African American name of recent coinage, blending Javier ("god will increase") and Jonathan ("gift of God"), interpreted as "God is gracious" or "God is merciful". It first appeared in the U.S. in 1984 and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Appealing African-American name derived from the Swahili word 'jaboni', meaning 'beautiful'.

African American unisex name created by combining Javier ("bright, shining") and Jonelle ("graced by God"), gaining popularity since the 1970s as a symbol of cultural identity.

Unique American female name, created by blending "Javie" (from Hebrew 'Job', meaning God's enemy) and "Kiona" (Native American, meaning smoke).

African American name coined by combining Jamal ("beauty") and Devonte ("devoted to God"), signifying beauty and devotion.

African-origin given name, derived from combining Javier ("bright") and Jonathan ("gift of God"), translating to "bright gift of God".

Intriguing African-derived Igbo name translating to 'God has given birth,' symbolizing faith and divine intervention.

Spanish-Basque name meaning "new moon," associated with the legend of Santa Eliciaga and celebrated in Basque culture.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "he will gather," carried by notable figures such as Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, author of the Zohar, and Rav Saadya Gaon, gaon of Sura academy. Its unique sound and spelling make it rare yet significant.

Captivating name derived from the Hebrew Jehoshaphat, meaning "Yahweh has judged," reflecting its biblical roots and historical significance.

Rare, Hispanic-origin name, derived from the Spanish word 'javeta', meaning pocket, though this connection isn't definitive. It's believed to have originated in Spain as a unisex name, but has since become more associated with females due to its melodic sound and distinct cultural flavor. Despite its Spanish roots, Javita is not particularly common within Hispanic countries, contributing to its uniqueness and allure for parents seeking an uncommon yet beautiful name.

Rare but powerful Latin name meaning "of Jupiter" or "gift of Jupiter," reflecting the might and grandeur of the Roman king of gods.

Arabic name meaning "God increases," derived from 'ajwa' which means to increase or augment. It has historical significance in Islamic culture, as the Prophet Muhammad had a daughter named Javiyah known for her intelligence and wisdom.

American-originated name coined from elements of Javier, Jason, and Jonathan, with meanings ranging from 'God is gracious' to 'wise one', though not officially recognized.

Distinctive African American girl's name derived from the Latin 'Iavelyn', meaning 'pertaining to Yves', a French name signifying 'archer' or 'yew wood'. Despite limited documentation, Javlyn gained popularity among African Americans during mid-20th century, likely as a variant of names like Jennifer and Evelyn.

Persian origin name composed of "javon" (young) and "hir" (hero), translating to 'Young Hero'.

African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'gift from God'.

African American name derived from the Swahili name Jabari, meaning 'brave' or 'intelligent'.

African-origin boy's name, variant of Jamal, meaning "beauty" or "beautiful one.

Swahili name meaning "to desire" or "to wish," symbolizing parental hopes and aspirations for their child's success and happiness.

Igbo name of African origin, meaning 'father comes home', symbolizing reunification and strength.

Contemporary male name of African-American origin, combining elements from other names with an implied meaning of 'bright strength'. It first appeared on US popularity lists in 2013 and currently ranks #857.

African-origin name, prominent in the Caribbean, with unclear roots and meanings, yet it symbolizes resilience and cultural pride among those who bear it.

African origin name derived from the Yoruba word "Ijavon," meaning "the world has become sweet." It signifies joy, harmony, and sweetness, embodying a positive spirit.

African origin from the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, meaning "one who belongs to conquest" and symbolizing strength and courage.

African origin, signifies 'God is gracious' and is derived from the Yoruba deity Oya.

African-origin female name derived from Yvonia, meaning 'peaceful' in Swahili.

Distinctive African name, of Yoruba origin from Nigeria.

Unique male name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "Jambo," meaning "hello" or "how are you?" It signifies warmth and hospitality.

Intriguing African female name derived from the Akan language's "Yaa", meaning "born on Tuesday". The suffix "-vonna" was added during enslavement transportation to adapt African names to European phonetics.

Unique name of African origin, derived from the tribal name Yaunde, brought to Europe by French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza in the late 19th century. Its meaning is believed to be associated with life or living in some African languages.

French unisex name derived from 'java', meaning 'ivy' and symbolizing fidelity.

Uncommon name of uncertain origin, often pronounced in various ways and chosen for its unique sound rather than any specific cultural or historical significance.

Uncommon name of disputed African origins, possibly derived from Yoruba's "Jayvee," meaning "the king will prosper.

American name created as a blend of Jovan (Serbian, 'God is gracious') and Jonathan (Hebrew, 'gift from God'), thus conveying the meaning 'a gift from God who is gracious.'

African origin unisex name derived from Swahili 'javoni', meaning 'happy'. It's become popular in recent years among African-American communities in the U.S., reflecting parental preference for unique, meaningful names.

Distinctive African American name derived from the Swahili word "jabari," meaning "strong." It signifies strength, courage, and resilience.

African American name created in the mid-20th century by blending Jovan (Slavic, meaning "God is gracious") and Dwayne (Scottish, meaning "from the broad meadow"). It reflects diverse cultural heritage and has gained global popularity.

Uncommon African-derived name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous', reflecting power and determination.