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Jiya
Sanskrit
"living"
A life-affirming sweet name is seen in both India and Nepal. The name is also sometimes spelled Jiah, as in the case of Jiah Khan - an Indian-American model and actress.
Jo
Diminutive of Joanna or Josephine, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
The name Jo still evokes the spunky image of the character in Louisa May Alcott's Little Women . Its literary status makes Jo one of the OG boyish nicknames for girls, ala Frankie, Billie, and…
Joan
English feminine variation of John, Hebrew
"God is gracious"
Joan was the perfect name choice for one of the leading characters on Mad Men , being a quintessential girls' name of the period. A Top 10 name in the 30s, a Top 50 name from the 40s through the…
Joanie
Diminutive of Joan, English
"God is gracious"
Although Joan was the more popular name in the 20th century, it's the nickname Joanie that is coming back in style, in tune with the likes of Bonnie, Margot, and Billie, or Sadie, Elsie, and Libby. A…
Jocasta
Greek, meaning unknown
Jocasta is a mythological name fashionably used in England, but mostly ignored here. She was the mother of Oedipus, King of Thebes, whom he (oops) unwittingly married. If you can ignore that small…
Johana
Johana is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Johanna, which is the feminine form of John. With Hebrew origins, it carries the beautiful meaning "God is gracious." This spelling variant…
Joice
Joice is an alternative spelling of Joyce, a name with Latin origins derived from the masculine name Jocelyn, ultimately from the Latin name 'Gaudiosius,' meaning 'joyful' or 'merry.' This variant…
Jolante
Jolante is a feminine name with medieval European origins, representing a variant of Yolande or Iolanthe. The name derives from the Greek 'iolanthe,' meaning 'violet flower,' symbolizing modesty and…
Jolee
Variation of Jolie, French, English
"beautiful, pretty; God's clearing, Jehovah's meadow"
A variation of bright and cheerful Jolie, this form may appeal to those who love the sound of the French name, but also enjoy the contemporary look of choices such as Charlee and Baylee. You could…
Joletta
Joletta is a feminine given name that likely developed as an elaboration of names like Joli, Jolene, or Jolie. These names connect to the French word 'joli,' meaning 'pretty' or 'attractive.' Joletta…
Jolette
Jolette is a feminine name with French origins, likely derived as a diminutive form of 'Jole' or a variation of the name 'Jolene.' The name carries a delicate and melodic quality, enhanced by the…
Jolie
French
"pretty"
Jolie is as pretty as its literal meaning; nowadays it is also seen as a girls’ name , via Angelina for whom Jolie was originally her middle name. Although it is French, Jolie is rarely if ever used…
Jonquil
English flower name, from Latin
"reed"
Jonquil is an unusual flower name that is less outlandish than Daffodil and less common than Daisy. It just might appeal to parents seeking a singular botanical option. Unlike most flower names,…
Jora
Hebrew
"autumn rain"
Unique possibility for a girl born between September and November.
Jordanna
Jordanna is a feminine form of Jordan, a name with biblical roots referring to the Jordan River. The name derives from the Hebrew word 'yarden,' meaning 'to descend' or 'to flow down.' This elegant…
Jordanne
Jordanne is a feminine variation of Jordan, a name with Hebrew origins meaning "flowing down" or "descend," referring to the Jordan River in the Middle East. This elegant feminine adaptation adds a…
Josanna
Josanna is a feminine name that combines elements of Joanna (Hebrew for 'God is gracious') with the melodic ending of names like Susanna or Anna. This hybrid creation maintains biblical connections…
Josephina
Josephina is a feminine form of Joseph, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'God will add' or 'God will increase.' This elegant variation combines the biblical gravitas of Joseph…
Josetta
Josetta is a feminine name that serves as an elaborate variation of Josette, which itself is a French diminutive of Josephine (meaning 'God will add'). This elegant name carries a vintage charm with…
Josette
French,pet form of Josephine, feminine of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
One of the group of French 'ette'-ending names that emigrated to this country in the last century, though never as popular as some others, such as Claudette and Paulette--it did have a little…