Female and male names starting with the letter "J" .
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JOLEENE
FeminineDistinctive American female given name with uncertain origins, popularized by Dolly Parton's hit song "Jolene" in 1973.
JOLEESA
FeminineAfrican name of Ghanaian origin, meaning "born on Tuesday" in Akan language, symbolizing pride, resilience, and hope.
JOLEI
FemininePolynesian name of Hawaiian origin derived from "kolea," meaning Pacific Golden-Plover, symbolizing courage and resilience. It was traditionally given to daughters of Hawaiian royalty and signifies connection to land, nature, and spirit.
JOLEIGH
FeminineEnglish girl's name created by combining Joy (happiness) and Leigh (meadow), conveying joy and nature without a specific meaning.
JOLEIGHA
FeminineUnique, modern name with no known origin or meaning, believed to be a creative combination of other names.
JOLEN
FeminineRare yet captivating Hebrew name that means "grace" or "beauty," reflecting elegance and charm.
JOLEN
MasculineUncommon given name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning.
JOLENA
FeminineSlavic name from Serbia and Montenegro, derived from "jol" meaning "calm" or "peaceful".
JOLENE
FeminineAmerican feminine given name created by singer-songwriter Dolly Parton for her 1973 hit song of the same name.
JOLENE
MasculineCharming English name derived from 'jolly', meaning cheerful or happy, coined in the late 19th century but popularized after Dolly Parton's hit song "Jolene" (1973).
JOLENNA
FeminineRare Welsh name meaning "snow," symbolizing beauty and grace.
JOLESA
FeminineAfrican-derived name of Yoruba origin meaning 'long life and wealth'.
JOLESHA
FeminineAfrican name from Swahili culture meaning 'God is merciful,' embodying mercy and passed down through generations.
JOLET
FeminineRare French name of Occitan origin, whose meaning and history are shrouded in mystery, adding to its uniqueness and appeal.
JOLETA
FeminineRare, Slavic-derived name from former Yugoslavia, originating as a variant of Johanna/Joan via Jolanda, signifying 'God is gracious'.
JOLETH
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from Joel, meaning "May Yahweh be God," with a feminine touch added by the suffix "-eth.
JOLETHA
FeminineGreek-derived female name meaning "wholeness" or "health," associated with well-being and balance, popularized in the late 19th to early 20th century among Greeks abroad.
JOLETT
FeminineUnique girl's name of unknown origin, possibly derived from French Julienne meaning "youthful" or "downy," or as a diminutive of Juliet. It has been used historically since the 16th century and is increasingly popular in recent times, particularly in the United States and Canada.
JOLETTA
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew name derived from "Yael," meaning "ibex" or "mountain goat," symbolizing strength and agility. In the Bible, Yael played a pivotal role in Deborah's story. Joletta may also be linked to the Hebrew name "Yohanna," meaning "God is gracious.
JOLETTE
FeminineRare French feminine given name derived from the French word 'joie', meaning joy or happiness.
JOLEY
FeminineRare, distinctive name of African origin derived from Chloe, which means "blooming" or "blossoming".
JOLI
FeminineRare, elegant French female given name meaning 'pretty' or 'handsome', originating from the 16th century as a term of endearment.
JOLIA
FeminineRare, Hebrew-derived name meaning "ascendant" or "rising," signifying someone overcoming obstacles and achieving great heights.
JOLIAN
MasculineRare, distinctive given name of unknown origin, with no widely recognized meaning, allowing for personal interpretation.
JOLIANA
FeminineUnique Hispanic female given name derived from Yolanda, meaning "violet flower" or "violeta".
JOLIANNA
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning "daughter of the sea," with historical roots tracing back to ancient Greek mythology and its nymphs.
JOLICIA
FeminineAfrican female name of Igbo origin, meaning "God has done well," combining "Joli" (beautiful) with "cia" (God's presence). It signifies gratitude amidst hardships and embodies strength, beauty, and divine grace.
JOLIE
FeminineFrench origin, meaning 'beautiful', derived from the French word 'joli(e)', popularized by actress Angelina Jolie.
JOLIEANN
FeminineUnique French name composed of 'Joli' meaning beautiful and 'Ann', derived from Hebrew 'Hannah' meaning grace, symbolizing beautiful grace.
JOLIEE
FeminineRecent American creation, a variant of Jolene meaning "God is merciful," offering uniqueness with its extra 'e' while retaining elegance.
JOLIEN
FeminineDutch girl's name derived from Julia/Julius, meaning 'youthful' or 'downy', gaining popularity in the Netherlands and Belgium since the late 20th century despite its late 19th-century origin.
JOLIENE
FeminineRare yet elegant French name derived from Julien, meaning 'youthful' or 'downy', with '-ene' added as a feminine suffix.
JOLIET
FeminineFrench given name derived from the commune Joliett in Burgundy, meaning "pretty" or "handsome," originally used as a surname for attractive individuals during the Middle Ages.
JOLIETTE
FeminineUnique French female given name derived from the Canadian town of Joliette, named after nurse and midwife Marie-Josèphe Joliet. The name's meaning is believed to be associated with joy and happiness due to its connection to the French word "joie".
JOLIN
FeminineRare Chinese name composed of "Juo" (挙), meaning 'to raise', and "Lin" (麟), signifying the mythical giraffe creature in Chinese culture.
JOLIN
MasculineHebrew-derived name meaning 'ascension', shared by medieval poet Jaufré Rudel.
JOLINA
FeminineJolina, derived from Spanish 'joven' meaning young, is a charming Latin American name that signifies youthfulness and freshness.
JOLINDA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-origin name meaning 'happy' or 'joyful', historically associated with happiness in Roman culture and once popular among European nobility.
JOLINE
FeminineGreek-origin name that means "whole" or "entire", symbolizing completeness and unity.
JOLISA
FeminineUnique African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'peaceful', symbolizing harmony and good fortune.