Female and male names most popular from last year - page 446.
Jereth
Hebrew name meaning "he will contend" or "he who contends," suggesting strength and determination. It's of biblical origin, mentioned as an ancestor of King David.
Jerika
African origin name of Igbo heritage, bearing the meaning "the Lord is perfect.
Jeriyah
Rare yet captivating Hebrew name meaning "God will enlighten" or "illuminate".
Jermani
African-derived name of Mandinka origin, signifying 'powerful and great'.
Jerzi
Slavic name of Polish origin, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker', derived from the Greek Georgios through Jerzy.
Jess
Unisex name of English origin, derived from Jessica, created by Shakespeare for 'The Merchant of Venice'. It can also have Hebrew associations like 'God sees' or 'God's gift', though Jess itself has no specific meaning in Hebrew.
Jette
Unique female given name of Old Norse origin, derived from 'Jotunn', referring to giants or supernatural beings in Norse mythology. It does not have a specific meaning but evokes ancient power through its association with Norse lore.
Jewelz
Modern invention with no known origin or traditional meaning; it is believed to have been created as a unique choice for a girl's name in recent decades.
Jhalil
Arabic name derived from "jabal," meaning "mountain.
Jhayden
Modern name, created by combining "Jay" or "Jaime" meaning "supplanter," with "Hayden" interpreted as "from the hedged-in valley." Its exact origin is unclear but it has gained popularity for both boys and girls, reflecting individuality and distinctiveness despite uncertain meanings.
Jhelani
Unique Indian name derived from the Sanskrit 'Hemant', meaning autumn. It has been in use since the medieval period in India, symbolizing warmth and natural beauty.
Jhonathan
Jonathan is a Hebrew name meaning "gift from God," first used by Josephus around 93 AD, and popularized during the Protestant Reformation. It remains widely used today, associated with notable figures like Jonathan Swift and Jonathan Edwards, and has numerous variations such as Jon and Johnny.
Jimi
African name derived from Swahili 'jumuia', meaning 'family' or 'community', reflecting unity and belonging.
Jina
Hebrew unisex name, commonly used for girls, meaning 'God is merciful'.
Jocie
French variant of Jacqueline, derived from the Latin 'Iacoba' meaning "supplanter" or "seize by the heel." It was brought to England during the Norman Conquest and has since gained international recognition as an elegant yet distinctive name with historical roots.
Jolena
Slavic name from Serbia and Montenegro, derived from "jol" meaning "calm" or "peaceful".
Jolette
Rare French feminine given name derived from the French word 'joie', meaning joy or happiness.
Jolin
Rare Chinese name composed of "Juo" (挙), meaning 'to raise', and "Lin" (麟), signifying the mythical giraffe creature in Chinese culture.
Joliyah
Unique Arabic girl's name derived from "jaliya," meaning delicate or graceful, gaining popularity worldwide for its captivating sound and positive connotation.
Jonan
Distinctively Basque male name, derived from Jon meaning 'gift of God,' with "-an" signifying familiarity.
Jonnathan
Jonathan is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "gift from God".
Jonni
Hebrew name derived from Jonathan, meaning 'gift from God'.
Joplin
American-origin name derived from the English surname Jopling, believed to have originated in Northumberland, England. While its meaning remains unclear, some sources suggest it may mean "young stallion." It gained prominence in the U.S. during the early 20th century and is famously associated with jazz pianist Scott Joplin. Today, it's a distinctive unisex name gaining renewed popularity.
Joram
Rare Hebrew name derived from the word 'yoram', meaning 'exalted'. It appears in the Old Testament, notably as the son of King Jehoshaphat and king of Judah.
Jori
The unisex name Jori of Dutch origin means "the north," conveying freshness, strength, and resilience.
Joseantonio
Distinctive Spanish name composed of Jose, meaning "he shall increase", and Antonio, meaning "priceless". It holds deep religious and historical significance.
Josie
Diminutive form of Josephine, which has French origins and means "God shall increase," reflecting a wish for divine favor and abundance in life.
Jovee
Rare, Latin-derived boy's name meaning "associated with Jupiter," the Roman sky and thunder god, king of gods residing on Mount Olympus.
Joycelynn
Attractive Irish name derived from the surname O'Cathasaigh, meaning "descendant of Cathasach," which signifies triumph and success.
Judsen
Scandinavian variant of Judas/Judah meaning 'praised'.
Julani
Rare yet powerful African name derived from Swahili, combining "Jula" (speech) and "ni" (mine), translating to "my speech".
Julieanna
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God is my judge," derived from the elements Yah ("God") and shaphat ("to judge").
Juneau
Distinctive French origin given name derived from 'la Maison Jaune' meaning 'the yellow house', originally used as a habitational surname before being adopted as a personal name.
Juni
Distinctive unisex name derived from the Latin "junius," meaning June, and associated with the Roman goddess Juno. It carries connotations of growth, renewal, and new beginnings.
Kadarius
Distinctive given name of African American origin, derived from author Gloria Naylor's 1982 novel "Mama Day," where it was created for one of the main characters, Cadarius. While its meaning is not explicitly defined, many interpret it to convey strength and uniqueness.
Kado
African origin and means "wisdom" in many West African languages.
Kahleo
Unique Hawaiian given name with an undefined meaning, believed to have emerged recently as an original creation.
Kahmari
Unique African American name derived from the Swahili word 'khamari', meaning 'sweet'. It's gender-neutral, reflecting parents' hopes for their children.
Kaihan
Rare Japanese name with a profound meaning, derived from the combination of "sea" (海) and "firm/stable" (艦), interpreted as "stable sea" or "calm waters".
Kailash
Sanskrit-derived unisex given name meaning "ceiling" or "top of the head," often associated with Mount Kailash, a sacred Himalayan peak revered by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains.