Female and male names starting with the letter "J" .
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JEVAN
MasculineHebrew name meaning "God is gracious." It's a variant of Eve, first prominent in biblical times, and has been associated with several famous individuals like footballer Jevan Sneijder.
JEVANTE
MasculineDistinctive African name derived from Swahili 'jevunje', meaning 'food' or 'meal', reflecting its cultural importance and wish for abundance.
JEVAUGHN
MasculineUnique male name of African-Caribbean origin, derived from "Je" meaning 'to be', and Welsh-derived "Vaughn" meaning 'small'. It gained popularity in Jamaica during the mid-20th century and is interpreted as 'existing small one'.
JEVAUN
MasculineAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "prosperity has come.
JEVEAH
FeminineJevah is a distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'Jehovah', meaning 'God'.
JEVEN
MasculineRare Hebrew name meaning "God will give" or "God will have pity".
JEVEON
MasculineJevon is an original Jamaican name created by poet Louise Bennett in the early 20th century, often associated with 'life' or 'living', reflecting Jamaican creativity and self-expression.
JEVETTE
FeminineRare yet captivating French name derived from 'jeu', meaning 'game' or 'play', signifying joy and liveliness.
JEVIN
MasculineDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "Jacob," the patriarch from whom the twelve tribes of Israel are descended, with a rich history dating back to biblical times.
JEVION
MasculineUncommon African name of Igbo origin, derived from Nigeria's high-status families, with a mysterious meaning.
JEVITA
FeminineFemale given name of unknown origin, gaining popularity recently due to its unique sound and spelling. Despite some speculation that it may have Latin roots ('je' meaning 'I', 'vita' meaning 'life'), there's no definitive evidence supporting this theory.
JEVON
MasculineDistinct Hebrew name meaning 'God will hear', derived from Jehova, first used in the 17th century.
JEVON
FeminineRare Scottish male name derived from the Gaelic "Seathan," meaning "God is gracious.
JEVONDA
FeminineRare African-origin name created by author Zora Neale Hurston for her character Janie in "Their Eyes Were Watching God." It has no specific meaning but carries power and uniqueness due to its African roots and literary heritage.
JEVONE
MasculineAfrican-origin male name derived from the Igbo language of Nigeria, translating to "My joy has returned".
JEVONI
MasculineCaptivating African name derived from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, meaning "child born during a time of prosperity.
JEVONN
MasculineDistinctive, African-origin unisex name from Yoruba culture, translating to "praise power" and associated with Ogun, the god of iron and war.
JEVONNA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious," derived from Hannah, symbolizing faith, grace, and perseverance.
JEVONNE
FeminineRare but distinctively French female given name derived from Jeanne, meaning 'God is gracious'.
JEVONTA
MasculineAfrican-origin name derived from Swahili 'Juma', meaning 'Friday'.
JEVONTAE
MasculineUnique African American name, created in the late 20th century US, blending French "je" (I) and Greek "-antios" or "-anthos" (flowing/blossoming), possibly meaning "I am flourishing".
JEVONTAY
MasculineUncommon African American given name created by blending Javon ("God is salvation") and Devon ("dark-haired"), without a specific independent meaning. It was most popular in the U.S. in 1996, ranking #723 for boys' names.
JEVONTE
MasculineAfrican name of Nigerian origin, meaning "God will make it possible" in Igbo.
JEVYN
MasculineUnique Hebrew name derived from "jevini," meaning "to be jealous." Despite its somewhat negative connotation, Jevyn has a charm and originality that sets it apart. It is not particularly common and can be used for both boys and girls.
JEWAN
MasculineHebrew unisex name meaning "God is gracious" or "God is merciful".
JEWEL
FeminineCaptivating English female name derived from Old and Middle English words for 'jewelled' or 'jewel', originally popular among wealthy families during the Middle Ages.
JEWEL
MasculineHebrew name meaning 'gemstone' or 'precious stone', derived from the word 'yāhálōm' signifying preciousness.
JEWELDEAN
FeminineUnique, gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yahweh," meaning "God is great." Coined in the late 19th or early 20th century, it combines this sacred name with "-dean," often denoting place or origin. Despite its Jewish roots, Jeweldean is now widely recognized and has gained popularity since the 1990s.
JEWELDENE
FeminineAfrican Igbo origin name, meaning 'precious beauty'.
JEWELDINE
FeminineArabic-derived name meaning 'beautiful young camel', revered in Middle Eastern cultures for strength, endurance, and believed to confer wisdom in Islamic culture.
JEWELEAH
FeminineUnique African name of Ashanti origin, meaning 'precious stone'.
JEWELEAN
FeminineHebrew origin, means 'may God grant you a descendant' and is often chosen by families overcoming infertility struggles.
JEWELEE
FeminineDistinctive name of unknown origin, potentially derived from 'jewel' and another name ending with '-lee', meaning 'precious gemstone'; it could also be an invented name.
JEWELENE
FeminineUncommon female name of American origin, created by combining 'jewel', meaning precious gemstone or jewelry, with '-lene'. It emerged in the 1970s-80s as parents sought creative names and may be linked to ideas of beauty, rarity, and value.
JEWELIA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from "Yael," meaning "ibex," and combines elements of "Jewel" to signify beauty, grace, and strength. Its origins trace back to ancient Hebrew culture, where Yael played a crucial role in biblical history, symbolizing courage and resilience. Today, Jewelia remains uncommon yet appealing due to its distinctive sound and rich historical significance.
JEWELIAN
MasculineRecently coined Hebrew-derived name that means "God is my judge" or "God is my justice," with no traditional usage in Jewish history but carrying powerful biblical associations, such as the anointing of King David by Samuel.
JEWELIAN
FeminineUnique, Hebrew-derived name that signifies Jewish heritage and the celebratory spirit of the jubilee year.
JEWELIANA
FeminineUncommon, yet captivating female name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning.
JEWELIANNA
FeminineModern Hebrew name derived from Yael, meaning 'ibex', with the suffix '-lianna' added for stylishness.
JEWELIE
FeminineUnique American female name derived from "jewel," signifying preciousness and beauty.