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`J´ Names That I Like - Girls & Boys

  1. Jefferson

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Jeffrey"

    • Description:

      The name of the third U.S. President sounds, like Harrison and Jackson, more modern and stylish now than its root name. Used as a first name long before our surname-crazed era, Jefferson was most famously used as a first name by the President of the Confederacy, Jefferson Davis, which may justifiably make you not want to use it. Jefferson is the middle name of another Prez, William Clinton.
  2. Johnathan

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jonathan

    • Meaning:

      "gift of Jehovah"

    • Description:

      Some people may prefer this spelling to clarify the name's connection to John, but it could be one h too many, exemplified by its steady decline over the past two decades.
  3. Jamison

    • Description:

      A variation of Jameson. Both names have climbed in popularity in recent years, though Jameson remains the preferred spelling.
  4. Jaclyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jacqueline, French

    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"

    • Description:

      Jaclyn is a feminine name derived from the English name Jacqueline, which is a feminine form of Jacques, the French form of Jacob. The name Jacob comes from Hebrew origin, meaning "supplanter."

  5. Jacoby

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jacob, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"

    • Description:

      Jacoby, a surname spin on Jacob shot up the charts in the middle of the 2000's, thanks largely to the popularity of Jacoby Ellsbury, the first Native American of Navajo descent in the Major Leagues, but has been dropping steadily since it peaked at Number 423 in 2008. As of 2022, it dropped out of the US Top 1000 and is given to around 170 boys each year.
  6. Jonny

    • Description:

      Jonny is a masculine name primarily functioning as a diminutive or informal version of Jonathan, which derives from the Hebrew name "Yehonatan" meaning "gift of Jehovah" or "God has given." Jonny offers a friendlier, more approachable alternative to the more formal Jonathan. While sometimes used as a standalone name on birth certificates, it's more commonly a nickname. The spelling with two 'n's distinguishes it slightly from the variation Johnny. This name carries a youthful, casual energy and has been moderately popular in English-speaking countries. Jonny has associations with relaxed, down-to-earth personalities and has been used for various characters in popular culture and sports figures.
  7. Janice

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jane

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      For a minute or two this sounded more modern than Janet, now equally outmoded.
  8. Johnnie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of John, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      This spelling of the traditional nickname for John is a bit more feminine than Johnny, based on the fashion at the turn of the 20th century to use boyish diminutives ending in -ie for girls.
  9. Juanita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, feminine variation of Juan

    • Description:

      Pervasive in all Spanish-speaking cultures, Juanita, like Juana, has not emigrated.
  10. Jazlyn

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Meaning:

      "jazz by the lake; fower by the lake"

    • Description:

      A modern invention that's been in use since the 80s and in the charts since the 90s, which combines the sounds of Jasmine (or Jasper or just the word jazz) with the popular suffix, -lyn. Inspiration might also have come from Joslyn, Jocelyn, or Roslyn. Trendy but snazzy too, Jazlyn remains in the US Top 600.
  11. Jazmyn

    • Description:

      See JASMINE.
  12. Jordana

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "flowing down"

    • Description:

      A feminization used more before Jordan joined the girls' camp.
  13. Joakim

    • Description:

      Joakim is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, representing a Scandinavian and Eastern European form of Joachim. Derived from the Hebrew name Yehoyakim, meaning 'established by God' or 'God will raise,' Joakim carries strong religious and historical significance. Particularly popular in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and parts of Eastern Europe, the name has maintained steady usage throughout centuries. Joakim became internationally recognized partly through notable bearers including basketball player Joakim Noah and various European athletes and artists. The name blends biblical heritage with a contemporary Scandinavian feel, offering a distinctive yet accessible choice. While not among the most common names in English-speaking countries, Joakim provides an international alternative with both cultural depth and modern appeal.
  14. Jakob

    • Origin:

      German, Norwegian, and Slovenian variation of Jacob, Hebrew variation of James

    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"

    • Description:

      After cracking the US Top 200 in the early 2000s, fueled by Jacob's rise, this name has been losing steam in recent years. But Jakob is the top form of the name in many other countries, cultures, and languages, ranking highly in Germany, Norway, Austria, Iceland, and Slovenia. Jakub is the Polish variation.
  15. Jamilah

    • Description:

      Jamilah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful,' 'lovely,' or 'graceful.' This name has been used throughout the Islamic world for centuries and carries strong positive connotations in Arabic-speaking cultures. The name appears in various forms across different regions, including Jamila, Jameela, and Cemile. Jamilah has gained modest recognition in Western countries as cultural awareness has expanded, though it remains most common in Muslim communities. The name's pleasing sound and uplifting meaning make it attractive to parents seeking a name with both aesthetic appeal and positive significance. Jamilah represents inner and outer beauty in Arabic tradition and carries with it a sense of elegance and charm that transcends cultural boundaries.

  16. Jeanine

    • Origin:

      French variation of Jean

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Together with the more common (in France) Jeannine spelling, this feminine form of Jean was most popular in the 1930s in its home country, and in the 1960s in the US. It's fallen off the Top 1000 list since, but perhaps cute retro nickname Jeannie could tempt some vintage-loving parents back.
  17. Jaxson

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jackson, English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Jack"

    • Description:

      One of several phonetic spellings of Jackson moving up the charts, Jaxson entered the Top 100 in 2013 and has remained there since. It's also picking up steam in England and Wales.. Actor Eric Mabius used it as his son Rylan's middle name.
  18. Janna

    • Origin:

      Dutch contraction of Johanna

    • Description:

      Could run into pronunciation confusion.
  19. Jadyn

    • Description:

      For girls, the most popular form of a very popular name. See also Jaidyn, Jaiden, and Jaden.
  20. Jeff

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Jeffrey, Jefferson

    • Meaning:

      "pledge of peace"

    • Description:

      The ultimate dad name.

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