Female and male names starting with the letter "J" .
Genders
Sort
By letter
JALAH
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew name meaning "to ascend," derived from the phrase "Let us go up to Zion." It signifies hope, faith, and resilience, traditionally used for females but also suitable for males, with notable historical figures bearing this name.
JALAHNI
FeminineRare, beautiful Arabic name derived from "jalah," meaning "ascending" or "rising," suggesting progress and growth.
JALAI
FeminineDistinctive Indonesian given name derived from the Javanese word meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', reflecting hopes for children's resilience and bravery.
JALAIA
FeminineAfrican name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "calm and peaceful river," reflecting the Igbo culture's value on harmony and balance.
JALAIAH
FeminineUnique Hawaiian name derived from "jalai," meaning "heavenly," signifying divine or celestial qualities.
JALAILA
FeminineArabic origin name meaning "ascending" or "rising", derived from the word "alaa". It's often associated with elevation, progression, and reaching new heights.
JALAINA
FeminineAfrican name of Igbo origin, meaning "beauty and wealth," inspired by Nigeria's landscapes and cultural heritage.
JALAINE
FeminineUnique French name derived from 'jalous,' meaning 'envious,' but often associated with positivity due to phonetic similarities to other popular names.
JALAIYA
FeminineCaptivating name of unknown origin, allowing for personal interpretation and making it a unique choice for parents looking for something distinctive.
JALAIYAH
FeminineUnique African name of Yoruba origin meaning "she brings joy".
JALAL
MasculineArabic name meaning "majesty" or "grandeur", popularized by figures like Rumi and associated with nobility.
JALAN
FeminineIndian name meaning 'victory', derived from the Sanskrit word 'jayala'.
JALAN
MasculineIndian given name derived from Sanskrit 'jal', meaning 'water', symbolizing calmness and adaptability.
JALANA
FeminineCaptivating African female name derived from Swahili, translating to 'calm' or 'serene', symbolizing harmony and peace.
JALAND
MasculineUnique Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'jal', meaning water, signifying 'land of water'.
JALANDA
FeminineUncommon African-origin name, believed to mean 'born on Tuesday' in Ewe culture.
JALANE
FeminineRare yet captivating name of Senegalese origin, derived from the Wolof language and meaning 'calmness' or 'tranquility', reflecting ancient hopes for peaceful individuals.
JALANI
MasculineUnique African name derived from the Yoruba language, meaning "calm" or "tranquil", with the additional significance of commanding respect.
JALANI
FeminineUnique African-origin name from Nigeria's Yoruba people, meaning "calm" or "tranquil," signifying peace and serenity.
JALANIE
FeminineUnique African name of Nigerian origin, meaning 'God has answered my prayers' or 'My prayer has been heard.'
JALANII
FeminineSwahili name meaning "the unifier," symbolizing wisdom, understanding, and compassion in African culture.
JALANNA
FeminineIntriguing African name of Igbo origin, signifying brightness or light according to the traditional Igbo calendar.
JALANNI
FeminineCaptivating Swahili name of African origin meaning "calm" or "tranquil," reflecting its soothing sound and peaceful connotation.
JALANTE
MasculineRare African-derived name whose meaning remains unclear but is often associated with "shine" or "radiance," suggesting someone who shines brightly like a star.
JALASHA
FeminineUnique girl's name of unknown origin, often associated with creativity and strength despite lacking historical significance or concrete meaning.
JALASHIA
FeminineDistinctively American name with uncertain origins, possibly related to modern names like Jalen or Jalyn, but its meaning remains unclear due to limited documentation.
JALASIA
FeminineAfrican name of Igbo origin, meaning "one who follows the path or way," symbolizing leadership by example.
JALAUN
MasculineIndian boy's name derived from Hindu mythology, meaning 'white cloud' and associated with Indra's celestial elephant Airavata. It originated during the Mughal Empire and retains historical significance despite being less common today.
JALAY
FeminineAfrican-origin name from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria, translating to 'Come down' and often interpreted as a plea or request for assistance.
JALAYA
FeminineUnique African name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', reflecting serenity and tranquility.
JALAYAH
FeminineArabic-derived girl's name meaning 'splendor' or 'glory', also associated with Islamic reverence and ancient Arabic literature, now globally recognized.
JALAYCIA
FeminineUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown on the head," symbolizing royalty and dignity.
JALAYHA
FeminineUnique African name of Igbo origin in Nigeria, meaning 'to follow,' often given to girls expected to be independent and determined pursuers.
JALAYIA
FeminineArabic feminine given name derived from 'jalla' meaning 'more beautiful'.
JALAYIAH
FeminineExotic African name of Igbo origin, meaning "God has given birth to me," reflecting deep spiritual connection with divine intervention.
JALAYLA
FeminineDistinct Arabic name derived from "jayl," meaning "prison." Despite its origin, Jalayla signifies strength and intelligence, as exemplified by historical figures like Jalayla bint al-Muhallab.
JALAYLAH
FeminineElegant Arabic girl's name meaning 'wonderful' or 'beautiful', popularized by Bedouin tribes and beloved worldwide for its uniqueness and grace.
JALAYNA
FeminineBeautiful and unique unisex name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "jale" meaning "happy" or "joyful.
JALAYNE
FeminineRare female first name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning.
JALAYSHA
FeminineAfrican-derived unisex name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', popularized by West African Yoruba people, and notably used by singer Jhene Aiko.