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Dog Names That Start With J

  1. Jai

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "bluebird"

    • Description:

      Alternative spelling of Jay, which coincides with a masculine name popular in South Asia.
  2. Jazz

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Musical choice that may be a short form of Jasmine or Jazlyn, or might stand on its own like this or as Jaz, the spelling used by tennis duo Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi.
  3. Jarek

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "spring"

    • Description:

      Diminutive for all the Slavic names that start with Jar-. If for family or cultural reasons you're seeking such a name, then this is a reasonable short form.
  4. Jaire

    • Origin:

      Variation of Congo Zaire, variation of Hebrew Jair, "the river that swallows all rivers; to shine"

    • Meaning:

      "the river that swallows all rivers; to shine"

    • Description:

      Inspired by the rise of the African place name, Jaire is a recently new creation. The original form derives from a Congo term meaning "the river that swallows all rivers", and is currently a Top 500 choice in the US.
  5. Junot

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Junius

    • Description:

      Junot, which sounds like the goddess and indie movie name "Juno" and the Alaskan place name Juneau, is actually someting completely different. The literati will recognize the unusual name of writer Junot Diaz.
  6. Jovial

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "cheerful, jolly"
  7. Jerusha

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "inheritance"

    • Description:

      This biblical name of the mother of King Jotham of Judah has an appealing soft Russian accent.
  8. Jovi

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jove

    • Meaning:

      "father of the sky"

    • Description:

      Joining Lennon, Bowie, and Hendrix in the realm of classic rock-inspired names that feel fashionable today is Jovi — as in Bon Jovi. Jovi is a variation of the Latin Jove — another name for the Roman god of the sky, Jupiter.
  9. Jagger

    • Origin:

      English occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "carter"

    • Description:

      Jagger, made famous as the surname of Rolling Stone Mick, gets an entry in the girls' column thanks to Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross, who chose it for their daughter. For either gender, this name rocks...but a bit jaggedly. Currently, there are nearly 20 times as many baby boys than girls are given the name Jagger. That balance may shift, making Jagger a more truly gender neutral name.
  10. Juju

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of names beginning with Ju-

    • Description:

      An informal nickname for names such as Julia, Juliette, and June.
  11. Jari

    • Origin:

      Short form of Jalmari, Finnish

    • Meaning:

      "helmet protector"

    • Description:

      Sleek modern short form of a classic Scandinavian name.
  12. Jolly

    • Origin:

      English word name and surname

    • Meaning:

      "joyful"

    • Description:

      This cheerful name would be a fun seasonal choice of middle name for a child born around the holidays — or as a pet name for a dog or cat adopted during the Christmas season.
  13. Joya

    • Description:

      Joya is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Spanish, it means 'jewel' or 'gem,' reflecting something precious and valuable. The name also has connections to French origins where 'joie' means joy or happiness. In some South Asian cultures, particularly in India, Joya can be a variant of Jaya, meaning 'victory' or 'conquering.' The name has maintained a consistent but uncommon presence in the United States, appreciated for its short, melodic sound and positive connotations. Joya offers a distinctive alternative to more common gem-inspired names like Ruby or Pearl, with its exotic flair and joyful essence making it an appealing choice for parents seeking something both meaningful and uncommon.

  14. Jori

    • Description:

      Jori is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Finnish, it's a variant of Jorma or Jorge, while in Hebrew it can be a feminine form of Jory or a variant of Yori, meaning 'he teaches.' It can also be considered a shortened form of names like Marjorie or a variant of Jorie. This short, crisp name carries a modern, minimalist appeal with its simple four-letter structure. Jori has maintained modest usage in the United States and Europe, appealing to parents who prefer concise names with cross-cultural appeal. The name's brevity makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across different languages.
  15. Jock

    • Origin:

      Scottish variation of Jack

    • Description:

      This is a Scottish pet form of John, the equivalent of Jack in England. Has long been used as a generic name for a Scotsman, here it's a generic name for a--well--jock.
  16. Javan

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Greece"

    • Description:

      A son of Noah in the Bible who is also thought to be an ancestor of the Greek people and the guardian angel of Greece. An alternative to Jason or Jayden, perhaps.
  17. Jacinth

    • Origin:

      Gemstone name, variation of Hyacinth, English

    • Meaning:

      "blue larkspur; precious stone"

    • Description:

      Jacinth is a gemstone of the Zircon variety. The name is related to the floral Hyacinth.
  18. Jericho

    • Origin:

      Biblical place-name

    • Description:

      The scope of biblical names has expanded to include sacred place-names, and this makes a plausible possibility, though it does have a masculine feel.
  19. Jru

    • Origin:

      Invented Name, Variation of Drew

    • Description:

      A creative spelling variation of Drew. Draya Michelle And Orlando Scandrick used it for their son in 2016.
  20. Jojo

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Jo-beginning names

    • Description:

      Sprightly and engaging nickname for human, full name for pet. Author Jojo Moyes and dancer/singer Jojo Sliwa have propelled the name into the public eye.