Updated October 2024
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Spanish for Greek flower name
"hyacinth"
Jacinta, the Spanish word for hyacinth, is a lot softer and sweeter than the English version. The correct Spanish pronunciation is ha-SEEN-ta, though many English speakers would say ja-SIN-ta.…
Hebrew
"flowing down"
A feminization used more before Jordan joined the girls' camp.
Jenaro is a masculine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin name Januarius, which refers to the Roman god Janus, the deity of doorways, beginnings, and transitions. Janus was depicted with…
Josefa is a feminine name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, derived from the masculine name José (Joseph). The name ultimately traces back to Hebrew roots, from 'Yosef' meaning 'God will add' or 'God…
Justo is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, meaning 'just,' 'fair,' or 'righteous.' It derives from the Latin 'iustus,' reflecting qualities of justice and moral uprightness. The name…
Justino is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Justin, derived from the Latin name Justinus, which means 'just' or 'righteous'. This masculine name carries strong historical connections, as it was…
Variation of Jacinta, Spanish and Portuguese
Jacinda, a form of the lovely and unusual Spanish and Portuguese flower name Jacinta (for Hyacinth), was first popularized by the Australian actress Jacinda Barrett. Today, the girls' name Jacinda is…
Spanish, feminine variation of Jove, Roman king of the gods
Lively and joyful. Jovie could be a cute short form.
Feminine variation of Joaquin, Spanish
"God will judge"
As Joaquin enters the American mainstream, his sister might just follow.
Jerardo is a masculine name primarily used in Spanish-speaking communities as a variation of Gerardo, which itself derives from the Germanic name Gerard. The original Germanic elements are "ger"…
Jeraldo is a masculine name that blends Germanic and Hispanic naming traditions. It appears to be a variation of Gerald or Geraldo, with Gerald originating from Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and…
Jolan is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hungarian tradition, it derives from the name Jolán, a feminine form created by Ferenc Kazinczy based on Yolanda, meaning "violet flower."…
Spanish, feminine form of Javier, Spanish version of Xavier
"new house, bright"
Javiera, pronounced ha-vee-AIR-a, is not as well used as twin brother JAVIER, but makes an attractive Latina choice.
Judeen is a feminine name that appears to be a modern derivative of Judith, which comes from the Hebrew name Yehudit meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'Jewish woman.' It likely emerged as a variation…
Jerónimo is a masculine name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, representing the Iberian form of Jerome. The name derives from the Greek Hieronymos, meaning 'sacred name.' Saint Jerome (Jerónimo in…
Spanish variation of Jesus, from Joshua
Used exclusively and extensively in the Latino community, making it the seventy-third most popular name in America.
Judina is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Judith, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' The addition of the suffix '-ina' gives it a more melodic quality…
Judetta is a feminine name with Hebrew roots, functioning as an elaborate variant of Judith, which means 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' The addition of the diminutive suffix '-etta' gives it a…
English, Spanish
"gem, precious stone"
A variant of Gemma/Jemma or possibly James too, Jemsa holds the appeal of Sasha, Misha, Ezra, Rosa, and Anya: international and intriguing.
Josefana is a feminine name that appears to be an elaborate form of Josefa, the feminine version of Joseph, which means 'God will add' in Hebrew. This extended variation maintains the biblical…