German Names that Start With J

Johannes

German, Dutch, Scandinavian, and Estonian variation of John

"God is gracious"

An Old World name that might have a chance to rise again with other ancient and worldly forms. Be sure to say yo-HAHN-es.

Jarrell

German variation of Gerald

Briefly faddish a few decades ago when Darrell was cool. But does have a creative connection to poet Randall Jarrell.

Jochim

Jochim is a traditional Germanic variant of Joachim, which derives from the Hebrew name Yehoyakim, meaning 'established by God' or 'God will establish.' This form was particularly common in northern…

Justus

Latin

"just"

More unusual than Justin, less word-like than Justice, this New Testament name could make an intriguing choice. After being off the popularity lists from 1904 to 1993, it is now being used in steady…

Just

Just is a masculine name with Latin roots, derived from the word "justus" meaning "fair" or "righteous." As a given name, it carries strong connotations of morality, integrity, and fairness. Popular…

Jannik

Dutch and German variation of John

"God is gracious"

Popular form of John in Germany. Just remember to pronounce it YAHN-nik, which most English-speakers won't. Jannick is another spelling.

Jannick

Dutch and German form of John

"God is gracious"

Another spelling of JANNIK, a John form that has a terminally Olde Worlde sound to the American ear.

Jeter

French or German surname

"throw away; foundling; jet"

Jeter, which of course is used as a first name only because of Yankee star Derek, rhymes with Peter and may be derived from the French surname Jette, which was often bestowed on foundlings because it…