Female and male names starting with the letter "J" .
Genders
Sort
By letter
JOLISHA
FeminineUncommon Swahili girl's name meaning 'she who brings happiness.'
JOLISSA
FeminineMeet Jolissa, a charming Latin-derived name meaning 'pretty' in French.
JOLITA
FeminineCaptivating female name of Lithuanian origin, derived from 'jolatas' meaning 'praise', associated with Lithuania since ancient times.
JOLIYAH
FeminineUnique Arabic girl's name derived from "jaliya," meaning delicate or graceful, gaining popularity worldwide for its captivating sound and positive connotation.
JOLLEEN
FeminineEnchanting Irish feminine given name, derived from the ancient Gaelic "Seolán," meaning "full of hawk's spirit.
JOLLENE
FeminineAfrican-origin name derived from the Igbo tribe's "Chukwunonso," meaning "God's own gift.
JOLLETTE
FeminineCharming French-origin name derived from 'joliet,' meaning 'pretty' or 'handsome.'
JOLLIE
MasculineRare and captivating feminine given name of English origin, derived from the Middle Ages nickname for someone cheerful or lively, with roots tracing back to the Old French word 'jolif', meaning 'cheerful' or 'happy'.
JOLLY
MasculineUncommon given name of uncertain origin and meaning, possibly derived from Old English "hlygel" meaning "jester," but more commonly associated with the adjective "jolly" meaning "cheerful.
JOLLY
FeminineEnglish surname derived from the Old French word 'joli', meaning 'handsome' or 'pretty'.
JOLON
MasculineRare French name derived from the Occitan word "jolar," meaning "to amuse" or "to entertain.
JOLONDA
FeminineAfrican origin, specifically from the Yoruba people of Nigeria and Benin.
JOLYN
FeminineUncommon American female given name created by Margaret Mitchell for her 1936 novel 'Gone with the Wind'. Its meaning and history are unclear, but it's associated with traits like uniqueness, strength, and beauty.
JOLYNDA
FeminineUnique female name of Hebrew origin, derived from a combination of "Yolanda" and "Judith". It means "praised violet", evoking images of beauty, wisdom, courage, and elegance.
JOLYNE
FeminineUnique feminine name of French origin, derived from "joli" meaning 'pretty' or 'handsome', and first used in France during the 14th century for attractive girls.
JOLYNN
FeminineAmerican name with no historical significance, but it's thought to derive from Julie or Julia, meaning 'youthful' and 'beautiful', or Julianus, meaning 'jovial'.
JOLYNNE
FeminineUnique and elegant French feminine name derived from "jolif", meaning "handsome" or "pretty".
JOLYON
MasculineUnique male given name of British origin, derived from the Latin 'Iulius,' meaning 'downward-growing' or 'youthful.' It evolved through various forms over centuries, remaining uncommon yet notable, as seen in British racing driver Jolyon Palmer.
JOLYSA
FeminineRare but elegant French feminine name meaning "beauty" or "charm".
JOLYSSA
FeminineUnique French girl's name derived from "joie," meaning joy or happiness, symbolizing light and positivity.
JOMAIRA
FeminineCaptivating Spanish name derived from Arabic 'Jumairya', meaning 'pearl' or 'gem'.
JOMAL
MasculineUnique African name of Swahili origin, meaning "total" or "all together," symbolizing unity and harmony. It has deep historical roots and has been passed down through generations despite attempts at cultural erasure during slavery. Today, Jomal is globally recognized for its distinctive sound and meaningful significance.
JOMANA
FeminineElegant Arabic feminine name meaning 'generous' or 'graceful', derived from jamal, signifying beauty and grace.
JOMANDA
FeminineSwahili-derived name meaning 'one with a beautiful soul', popularized by ancient East African culture.
JOMAR
MasculineDistinctive male name of Puerto Rican origin, derived from 'jomar', meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'.
JOMARA
FeminineCaptivating Spanish name derived from the Arabic Jumara, meaning "rose" or "flower", symbolizing elegance and beauty.
JOMARCUS
MasculineAfrican-American origin name coined in the early 20th century as an alternative to traditional names like Marcellus or Marcus. It combines "Joe," short for Joseph meaning "God shall increase," and "Marcus," derived from Latin meaning "dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war." Thus, Jomarcus signifies "God shall increase through dedicated action.
JOMARI
FeminineDistinctive given name of Spanish origin, combining 'Jo', meaning 'God will increase' in Hebrew, and 'Mari', derived from Latin Maria, signifying 'sea of bitterness'. Once popular in Spain, it now transcends borders as a unique choice for parents worldwide.
JOMARI
MasculineFilipino given name derived from José and Maria, signifying strong-willed growth potential, popular among families of Spanish heritage.
JOMARIE
FeminineRare yet captivating Spanish name derived from "Jomar," meaning "God is merciful." It's a blend of Joseph and Maria, reflecting deep religious devotion.
JOMARIE
MasculineSpanish origin, derived from the combination of José (meaning "he shall increase") and María ("sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness"), resulting in a meaning interpreted as "he shall increase in rebellion.
JOMARION
MasculineAfrican origin name meaning "king" in Mandinka language, originating from West Africa's Malinke Empire known for powerful kings called "mansas".
JOMARIS
FeminineUnique Spanish name derived from "jomal," meaning "camel." It was likely coined by Federico García Lorca for his play "Blood Wedding," where it's used as a character's name.
JOMARY
FeminineRare Spanish boy's name derived from "jomar", meaning "to eat" or "to dine".
JOMAYRA
FeminineDistinctive Spanish name derived from "jomar," meaning "to eat." Coined by poet Juan Ramón Jiménez, it symbolizes nourishment and may also convey creativity and intellect.
JOMEI
MasculineRare Japanese name with no widely known meaning, allowing parents to create their own unique significance.
JOMEKA
FemininePersian name derived from 'jameh', meaning 'gathering'. It signifies unity, community, and spirituality, originating from Iran's ancient city of Jameh, renowned for its grand mosque.
JOMEL
MasculineUnique Filipino given name derived from the Tagalog word "humwel," meaning "to be brave." It signifies bravery and courage, with a rich history popularized during Spanish colonial times and widely used today among Filipinos globally.
JOMES
MasculineJames is an English masculine given name derived from the Middle English 'Jacobus', which originated from the Latin form of the Hebrew name 'Yaaqov'. It means 'supplanter'.
JOMETH
MasculineHebrew name meaning "day", derived from the root word 'yom', carrying profound spiritual significance linked to divine creation in ancient Semitic languages.