Female and male names starting with the letter "J" .
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JELICA
FeminineCharming Serbian girl's name derived from "jelka," meaning "spruce" or "pine tree," and associated with the Serbian Christmas tradition of decorating spruce trees.
JELICIA
FeminineRare, Latin-derived name meaning "gift of the sun," combining Greek words "helios" (sun) and "doron" (gift).
JELIEL
MasculineJeliel: A unisex name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my Lord," derived from the words 'El' ('Lord') and 'El' ('God'), popularized in modern times despite its ancient roots in Jewish culture and references to angels in the Talmud.
JELILAH
FeminineArabic feminine given name derived from "jamil," meaning "beautiful," with "-lah" added to indicate femininity. It holds significant meaning in Islamic culture and literature, often associated with Paradise's beauty.
JELINA
FeminineCaptivating Slavic girl's name derived from the element 'yel' meaning 'light', popular among Czech and Slovak populations during winter solstice celebrations.
JELISA
FeminineUnique Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'God has granted a gift', symbolizing answered prayers.
JELISE
FeminineCaptivating female name of Greek origin derived from "zelos," meaning zeal or enthusiasm.
JELISHA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my promise," inspired by Ruth's declaration of loyalty in the Bible.
JELISIA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from Yael, meaning "ibex," a powerful and agile creature symbolizing strength and resilience.
JELISSA
FeminineUncommon yet beautiful name of African American origin, believed to be a blend of "Jewel" and "Lisa," coined by Jewell Caples in the late 1960s or early 1970s. Despite its uncertain meaning, it's often associated with beauty and elegance due to its connection with the names Jewel and Lisa.
JELITZA
FeminineUnique Spanish name with Hebrew origins, meaning "God will increase" or "My God is abundance," symbolizing faith and divine intervention.
JELIYAH
FeminineModern Hebrew unisex name meaning "God is my Lord," first popularized in the late 20th century in the U.S., and often associated with biblical prophet Eliyah.
JELLISA
FeminineUnique African name derived from Swahili, meaning "she who communicates" or "one who talks".
JELON
MasculineUncommon African name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning "wise" or "intelligent.
JELONI
MasculineUncommon yet intriguing African name from Nigeria's Yoruba culture, signifying "meet me on the way," symbolizing unity between individuals.
JELSY
FeminineDistinctive Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse Gísli, meaning "promise" or "pledge".
JELYN
FeminineUnique and beautiful Hebrew name meaning 'ibex', a wild goat known for its agility and grace. It also carries historical significance as it was the name of a woman in the Bible who played a crucial role in the Israelites' victory over their enemies, reflecting intelligence, creativity, and independence.
JELYNN
FeminineDistinctive and mysterious female name of unknown origin, with no widely documented meaning or history. While some speculate it may be related to 'jelly', there's no concrete evidence. Despite its uncertain beginnings, Jelynn has gained popularity in recent years among parents seeking uncommon names for their daughters. Its uniqueness makes it an attractive choice for those wanting a special and memorable moniker.
JELYSA
FeminineRare yet captivating feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "cold" or "frosty," but exuding warmth and vibrancy.
JELYSSA
FeminineCaptivating female given name of Greek origin that signifies enlightenment and radiance, derived from the Greek word "Helle," meaning "torch.
JEM
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "God will lift up," associated with figures like King David's warrior.
JEM
MasculineRare Hebrew name meaning either "left-handed" or "right-handed," tracing back to ancient times.
JEMA
FeminineBeautiful African name of Fulani origin, translating to 'peace' and embodying the strength and beauty of African culture.
JEMAINE
MasculineDistinctive masculine name of Maori origin meaning 'twin'.
JEMAL
MasculineAfrican-origin name derived from Arabic Jamal, meaning "beautiful" or "handsome". Popular among Muslims since centuries, Jemal was notably used by Ottoman royalty like Sultan Abdul Hamid II. Now globally recognized and historically significant in Ethiopia, Jemal remains relatively rare yet prestigious.
JEMALE
MasculineUncommon Swahili name meaning 'beauty', tracing back to ancient African civilizations.
JEMAR
MasculineUnique African name from the Mandinka people of West Africa, meaning 'Great King' or 'Great Ruler'.
JEMARCUS
MasculineUnique African American given name derived from Hebrew James ("supplanter") and Marcus ("warlike"), signifying power and dominance.
JEMARI
MasculineAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'Beautiful crown' in Nigeria and 'Mother's joy' in Benin.
JEMARIO
MasculineUnique African name meaning "beauty" or "handsome," gained popularity in recent years with its distinctive sound.
JEMARION
MasculineRare Latin-derived name meaning 'to strive' or 'to flourish', popularized during medieval France through nobility like Jemarion de Rabelais, the 16th-century poet and writer behind "Gargantua and Pantagruel".
JEMARIUS
MasculineUnique African American name created by combining James ('supplanter') and Darius ('holder of good').
JEMARR
MasculineAfrican American name derived from the Arabic Jameel, meaning "beautiful.
JEMAURI
MasculineSwahili name meaning 'community', reflecting African values of unity and harmony.
JEMAYA
FeminineAfrican-derived name of Swahili origin that means "family," reflecting the significance of familial bonds in African culture.
JEMEKA
FeminineDistinctive African female name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'mother's blessing' or 'mother's gift', reflecting the significance of motherhood in Yoruba culture.
JEMEKIA
FeminineUnique African name of Igbo origin, meaning "one who brings together.
JEMEL
MasculineBerber origin and means "black". It is traditionally used in North Africa, particularly Morocco, and has been associated with strength and leadership throughout history.
JEMELIA
FeminineHebrew name with a profound spiritual meaning: "God is with me".
JEMELL
MasculineAfrican name of Arabic origin meaning 'beauty', with a rich historical significance.