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

Rare, feminine form of John derived from Hebrew "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious.

Unique American name derived from John, meaning "graced by God.

Scandinavian name derived from Johannes, meaning 'God is merciful'.

Scandinavian name of Norwegian origin, derived from the Old Norse "Jón", meaning "graced by God" or "gift of God". Introduced during the Viking Age, this name has been popular in Scandinavia for centuries and carries historical significance.

Uncommon yet significant name of African American origin, dating back to the early 20th century as a variant of Juanita, meaning "God is gracious." Popularized during the Harlem Renaissance, this name symbolizes African American strength and individuality.

Uncommon yet intriguing unisex name derived from the combination of popular English names John ('graced by God') and Nicole ('victory of the people').

Variant spelling of Johnny, which originated from the Hebrew name John meaning "God is gracious". It gained popularity during the Victorian era in English-speaking countries.

English name traditionally derived from John, meaning "God is gracious", with Scottish ties and notable cultural associations like Johnnie Walker and Johnny Cash.

Distinct Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is gracious," derived from the biblical apostle John.

Rare, distinctive Hawaiian name derived from "Io" (hawk) combined with the suffix "-mae," signifying beauty or loveliness.

Captivating African-American name derived from the Hebrew 'Hannah', meaning 'grace'.

Unique feminine name originating from Nigeria, combining 'John' meaning 'God is gracious' with 'Nisha', potentially derived from Sanskrit or African roots.

American-origin feminine variant of Jonathan, meaning 'gift from God,' first popularized in the mid-20th century.

Diminutive of Jonathan, originating from Hebrew and meaning "gift from God," popular throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries.

Popular male name of American origin, derived from John which means "God is gracious." It has been widely used throughout history due to its biblical roots and became particularly popular in English-speaking countries during the 19th century as an affectionate pet form for boys.

Unique given name with uncertain origins. Some believe it's a combination of "Johnny" and "angel," but its true meaning remains unclear.

Uncommon American given name created in the mid-20th century as a distinct alternative to traditional names like John or Joan, with no specific meaning behind it.

Distinctive American variant of the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious.

Modern, uncommon name combining 'Johnny' (English, "God is gracious") and 'Joe' (also English, "God will increase"), conveying a sense of divine favor and growth.

Modern, unisex name of unknown origin, likely a blend of 'John' and 'Lee', with no specific meaning but chosen for its uniqueness.

American boys' name derived from Johnny and Ray, meaning "God is gracious" and "light beam" respectively, signifying "graced with light.

Unique American name composed of John, meaning "God is gracious," and Oliver, symbolizing peace and wisdom. Despite its rare usage, this powerful moniker stands out due to its historical roots in both biblical figures and monarchs.

Unique American name created as a blend of Jonathan and Johnathan, signifying "gift of God.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning "God is gracious," popularized by historic figures like John of Patmos and John of the Cross.

English name composed of two distinct elements: John, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning "God is gracious," and Parker, an occupational surname for a park-keeper or ranger.

Uncommon yet distinctive name of Irish origin, composed of John ("Yahweh is gracious") and Patrick ("noble"), embodying strength and wisdom.

Distinctive American name created by author John Updike in his 1990 novel "Rabbit at Rest." It combines the meanings 'God is gracious' from John and 'humble' or 'gentle' from Paul, but its precise interpretation is open to individual definition.

American given name composed of 'John' (meaning "God is gracious") and 'Peter' (deriving from the Greek 'Petros', meaning "rock"), reflecting its strong, biblical foundation.

American compound name derived from Hebrew "Yochanan" (God is gracious) and Greek "Philippos" (lower in love), offering a blend of historical strength and wisdom.

Modern American name, blending classic English 'John' and Greek 'Phillip', meaning "lover of horses".

Distinctive American name created by combining the classic English name "John" meaning "God is gracious" with the suffix "-ray," often associated with light or sunlight. Despite lacking historical precedent, it has gained recent popularity among families seeking unique yet familiar names.

Rare but striking Germanic male given name, combining 'John' (Hebrew for 'God is gracious') and 'Richard' (Germanic for 'strong/powerful'), created during the Middle Ages.

Distinctive English name composed of John (Hebrew for "God is gracious") and Robert (Germanic for "bright with fame").

Rare Scottish name derived from Johnstone, meaning "God is gracious," with historical ties to Arctic explorer John Ross.

Rare, unique blend of the classic English name John and the Latin suffix russell, with no definitive historical or cultural significance. Its meaning, "little red one," may not have been its intended creation, but today it's occasionally chosen by families seeking distinctive names for their children.

Unique Irish given name derived from the surname O'Rian, meaning 'little king', evolving into a single compound name over time.

Scottish name derived from the combination of the personal name John, Hebrew origin meaning 'God is gracious,' and the Scottish surname Scott, originally a nickname for someone from Ireland or Scotland.

English variant of the Hebrew name Johanan, meaning "God's grace," and is associated with the biblical apostle John.

Uncommon English name derived from Jonkyn, a medieval form of John meaning "God is gracious".

English surname turned given name, meaning 'God is gracious', derived from the Hebrew Yochanan via Middle English John. It's one of America's most common surnames, now widely used as a first name too.