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

Unique, African-derived name from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria, meaning "God's kindness.

Rare male name of African origin, believed to mean 'calm' or 'peaceful'.

Unique female name of American origin created by author Jayne Anne Phillips in her 1984 novel "Machine Dreams." It is often associated with qualities like creativity, strength, and independence, and consists of the elements "Jay" (from 'joy' or 'jaime') and "liene" (a modification of 'line'). While not widely used in the U.S., Jayliene has gained international recognition.

Modern, African-American origin name created by combining Jason ("to heal") and Lindsay ("from the bright meadow"), gaining popularity in recent years for distinctive boy names.

Modern American name created as a blend of Jason and Jillian, with meanings potentially combining "healer" and "happy/lively," or "one whose desires lead them on a heroic journey.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin meaning "joy brings wealth" or "happiness leads to prosperity".

American original name created in the late 20th century, without specific origin or meaning, but beloved for its uniqueness.

Captivating French-origin feminine name, derived from 'joli', meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful'. Its rarity adds to its charm.

Rare, female name of African origin derived from Swahili, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. Popularized in the late 20th century US but with no significant historical or cultural significance beyond its meaning.

Modern female name of recent origin, created by combining the English "Jay" (meaning victory) and Scottish "Linn" (from the linen market), though no specific combined meaning exists. It has gained popularity due to its unique sound and spelling, notably associated with American soccer player Jaylinn Davidson.

Unique name of unknown origin, gaining popularity recently due to its distinctive sound and lack of historical precedent. Some associate it with "valley of the lily," derived from Jayden and Lilley.

Unique American name created by combining "Jay" or "Jade" with "-linne," gaining popularity for its elegant distinctiveness despite lacking traditional meaning.

Captivating Latin American name derived from the Spanish word "jayli," meaning happiness. It was popularized by Mexican poet José Juan Tablada and reflects strength, creativity, and passion.

Modern African American given name created by combining 'Jasmine' and 'Lisha'.

African American name created by combining Jade (wisdom, courage, modesty) and Lisa (devotion), resulting in a powerful and expressive name with strong spiritual roots.

Unique and captivating African American name, created by combining Jayla and Lissa, with interpretations suggesting "beautiful and elegant.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning "cheerful" with an elegant touch, first appearing in the US late 20th century and popular among those seeking distinctive yet meaningful names.

Unique and captivating female name of African American origin, possibly derived from Jasmine Lily or Judith, signifying grace, elegance, sweetness, strength, wisdom, and virtue. It gained popularity due to Tyler Perry's influence and appeals to parents seeking distinctive names with African cultural heritage.

Recent American creation blending Jessica ("God will watch over") and Elizabeth ("My God is an oath"), with no specific meaning but combining rich histories from Hebrew names.

Intriguing name of unknown origin, popular in recent years for its uniqueness despite lacking definitive historical or linguistic meaning.

Recently popular unisex given name of unknown origin, with no specific cultural background or traditional meaning. Despite its uncertain beginnings, parents can assign their own significance to Jayln, making it a versatile and unique choice for a child's name.

Jaylyn is a modern American name created from combining Jayson (meaning 'magpie') and Lyndsay ('from the linen meadow'). It does not have a specific meaning but offers a unique and trendy sound that appeals to many families.

Unique and captivating name of uncertain origin, gaining popularity for its distinctive sound and spelling despite lacking concrete meaning or historical context.

Modern American name created by combining Jay Gatsby and Lon Chaney Jr., with no specific meaning beyond its origins.

Unique African American name created by merging 'Jalen' and 'Jason', with meanings of 'God will enlarge' and 'healer' respectively, popularized by athletes like Jaylon Smith and conveyors strength and success.

Modern American name, likely composed of "Jay" meaning "to rejoice" and "Lond," possibly referring to London, though interpretations are speculative as there's no concrete evidence supporting them. It has gained popularity in recent years among English-speaking countries, particularly the United States, but its exact meaning and history remain unknown.

American name of modern origin, created by combining Jayla and Lonnie. It doesn't have a specific meaning but is appreciated for its uniqueness and creativity.

American-originating unisex name coined by celebrities in the late 1990s or early 2000s, popularized by Jay Leno's daughter in 1993. Despite its unclear meaning and rare usage, it remains appealing due to its unique sound and spelling.

Unique African American given name derived from the Swahili word 'jay', meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'.

American blend name created from Jalen (meaning 'ascending') and Jonathan ('gift from God'), gaining popularity since 2014, particularly among African Americans.

Newly created name with no specific meaning or cultural origins.

Distinctive Hebrew name derived from "Yael," meaning "ibex" or "mountain goat," symbolizing strength and resilience.

American name of Native American origin, believed to mean "joyful" or "cheerful", and gained popularity in the late 1970s as a female given name.

Unique, modern female name of American origin, created by combining Jay (English bird name) and Lynn (Welsh 'lake/waterfall'), resulting in a distinctive moniker without a specific meaning or cultural association. It gained popularity in the U.S. from the late 20th century onwards, peaking around the mid-2000s.

Modern, distinctive girl's name first used in the United States during the early 2000s, with no known meaning or historical precedent but sometimes associated with "graced by God.

American feminine name with growing popularity, originating in recent times without a concrete meaning but often interpreted as combining strength and elegance.

Unique Native American name derived from "Chalika", meaning "leaping waters". Coined by Tony Hillerman for his Navajo police officer character, Officer Jaylynn Chee, this captivating name conveys vitality and fluidity while paying homage to Native American culture.

Unique unisex name of recent popularity in English-speaking countries, created by combining Jade ('precious stone', 'wisdom') and Lynn/Lynette ('leader' or 'harmony'), lacking specific historical significance but often associated with strength and harmony.

American-originated name, created by combining "Jay" from Jade and "Lynne" from Lynn. It signifies wisdom, courage, balance, and natural harmony.

Hebrew name derived from "Ya'akov," meaning "Jacob." It signifies strength and courage, as seen in its notable bearer, Jayme Closs, who escaped kidnapping in 2018.