118 Boys' Names Beginning With J
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There are so many options when it comes to naming your baby boy.
We’ve done all of the hard work for you and picked out 118 of the best baby boy ‘J’ names. We’ve included the origins and meanings of each name to give you some extra inspiration.
From biblical names to modern options, these baby boy names starting with 'J' are sure to give your baby the best start in life. Whether you’re looking for a classic baby name like Joseph or something different for your baby boy, like Jaxon, we’ve got a great variety of options to get on your shortlists!
So, if you’re looking for a boys name beginning with J then you’ll find it here!
Short Baby Boy Names Beginning With J
These short and sweet ‘J’ baby names are sure to help you on your search for the perfect baby boys name! These boys names beginning with 'J' are great for all babies and can be used as a first or middle baby name.
1) Jace - Of Hebrew origin meaning “the Lord is salvation”.
2) Jack - Of Native American origin meaning “moon”.
3) Jad - Of English origin meaning “form of Jason”. An unusual boys name, this option is unique yet simple.
4) Jae - Of Korean origin meaning “ability, talent”.
5) Jael - Of Hebrew origin “wild mountain goat”.
6) Jahi - Of African origin meaning “dignified”.
7) Jai -Of Sanskrit origin meaning “victory”. Simple and effective, this baby name is original and could suit boys and girls alike.
8) Jake - Of English origin meaning “abbreviation of Jacob”.
9) Jan - Of Hebrew origin meaning “Yahweh the gracious”.
10) Jari - Of Finnish origin meaning “helmeted warrior”. Great for headstrong baby boys!
11) Jase - Of Greek origin meaning “the Lord is salvation”.
12) Jay - Of English origin meaning “form of Jason, healer”.
13) Jax - Of English origin meaning “God has been gracious or has shown favour”.
14) Jean - Of English origin meaning “God is gracious”.
15) Jedd - Of Hebrew origin meaning “beloved of Jehovah”.
16) Jedi - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God knows, God protects”.
17) Jere - Of Finnish origin meaning “exalted of the Lord”.
18) Jett - Of English origin meaning “a black mineral or intense black colour”.
19) Jim - Of English origin “Jehovah increases”.
20) Jobe - Of English origin meaning “persecuted”.
21) Joe - Of English origin meaning “Jehovah increases”.
22) Joel - Of Hebrew origin meaning “Lord is God”.
23) Joey - Of English origin meaning “God will increase”.
24) Jon - Of English origin meaning “Jehovah has been gracious; has shown favour”.
25) Jose - Of Portuguese origin meaning “may God give increase”.
26) Josh - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God is my salvation”.
27) Joss - Of Hebrew origin meaning “Jehovah is salvation”.
28) Jove - Of Latin origin meaning “father of the sky”.
29) Joy - Of English origin meaning “joy”.
30) Juan - Of Spanish origin meaning “God is gracious”.
31) Judd - Of English origin meaning “to flow down”.
32) Jude - Of Hebrew origin meaning “praised; a variant of Judah”.
Classic Names Beginning With J
These classic baby boy names will never go out of fashion. These timeless boys names beginning with 'j' will suit every baby boy.
33) James - Of Hebrew origin meaning “supplanter, heel- grabber”.
34) Jamie - Of Scottish origin meaning “may God protect”.
35) Jack - Of Polish origin meaning “God is gracious”.
36) Jacob - Of Hebrew origin meaning “supplanter”.
37) Jason - Of Greek origin meaning “to heal”. Great for a peaceful boys name that inspires positivity.
38) Jeffrey - Of English origin meaning “peaceful”.
39) Jeremy - Of English origin meaning “the Lord exalts; variant of Jeremiah”.
40) Jesus - Of Hebrew origin meaning “the Lord is my salvation”.
41) John - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God has been gracious”. A classic baby name for boys.
42) Johnny -Of English origin meaning “God is gracious”.
43) Jonathan - Of Hebrew origin meaning “gift from God”.
44) Johnson - Of English origin meaning “son of John”. One of those great boys names that doubles as a surname.
45) Jordon - Of French origin meaning “down flowing”.
46) Joseph - Of Hebrew origin meaning “may God give increase”.
47) Joshua - Of Hebrew origin meaning “the Lord is my salvation”.
Contemporary Names Beginning With J
If you’re looking for a baby name with a modern twist then check out our picks below. These baby boys names beginning with 'J' are on the unique side, so they are perfect for a baby boy with an individual personality.
48) Jackson - Of English origin meaning “son of Jack or John”.
49) Jacobson - Of English origin meaning “Jacob’s child”. Classic but with a nod to the modern, this name is great for boys with style.
50) Jaden - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God has heard”.
51) Jaiden - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God has heard”.
52) Jaison - Of Greek origin meaning “healing”.
53) Jakome - Of Basque origin meaning “supplanter”.
54) Jalen - Of Greek origin meaning “healer; tranquil”.
55) Jalil - Of Arabic origin meaning “revered”.
56) Jamal - Of Arabic origin meaning “handsome”.
57) Jameson - Of English origin meaning “son of James”.
58) Jared - Of Hebrew origin meaning “descending; a pre-flood Biblical name related to Jordan”.
59) Jarvis - Of English origin meaning “spearman”.
60) Jasper - Of English origin meaning “variant of Caspar”.
61) Jefferson - Of English origin meaning “son of Geoffrey”.
62) Jeremiah - Of Hebrew origin meaning “the Lord exalts”.
63) Jermaine - Of Latin origin meaning “brother”.
64) Jenson - Of Scandinavian origin “Jehovah has been gracious; has shown favour”.
65)Jerome - Of French origin meaning “rejoicing”. A sweet and positive baby name, this will grow with your child into adulthood.
66) Jerrett - Of English origin meaning “spear strong”.
67) Jerry - Of English origin meaning “ruling spear”.
68) Jesse - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God exists, wealthy”.
69) Jessie - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God exists, wealthy”. One of our favourite baby boy names that is also unisex!
70) Jimmie - Of English origin meaning “supplanter”.
71) Jimmy - Of English origin meaning “supplanter”.
72) Johnnie - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God is gracious”.
73) Jonah - Of Hebrew origin meaning “dove”. Another biblical baby name that never ages.
74) Jonas - Of Hebrew origin meaning “gracious”.
75) Jonty - Of English origin meaning “God is gracious”.
76) Jordan - Of Hebrew origin meaning “to flow downward”.
77) Jorge - Of Spanish origin meaning “farmer”.
78) Josiah - Of Hebrew origin meaning “the Lord supports”.
79) Jules - Of French origin meaning “youthful”.
80) Julen - Of Latin origin meaning “youthful”.
81) Julian - Of Latin origin meaning “youthful”.
82) Julien - Of French origin meaning “Jove’s child”. This special baby name is perfect for your bundle of joy.
83) Julius - Of Latin origin meaning “youth”.
84) Justin - Of Latin origin meaning “fair or just”.
Unique Names Starting With J
Can't get enough of these fantastic boys names starting with 'J'? Stand out form the crowd with these unique baby boy names.
85) Jaafan - Of African origin meaning “small river”.
86) Jabari - Of Africana origin meaning “fearless, brave”.
87) Jabarl - Of African origin meaning “comforter”.
88) Jabbar - Of Arabic origin meaning “mighty, colossal”.
89) Jabez - Of Hebrew origin meaning “born in pain”.
90) Jacky - Of French origin meaning “supplanter”.
91) Jacinto - Of Spanish origin meaning “flower name, purple; variant of Hyacinth”. There aren't many floral baby boys names starting with 'J', and we love this one!
92) Jacoby - Of American origin meaning “variation og Jacob”.
93) Jacorey - Of English origin meaning “best boy, hollow”.
94) Jacquan - Of Hebrew origin meaning “gift of God”.
95) Jacques - Of French origin meaning “supplanter”.
96) Jagger - Of English origin meaning “peddler; carter”. One of our favourite baby boys names starting with 'J', this rock n' roll name is perfect for music-loving parents.
97) Jairo - Of Spanish origin meaning “he shines”.
98) Jakob - Of Scandinavian origin meaning “supplanter”.
99) Jamar - Of Arabic origin meaning “handsome”.
100) Jamshid - Of Persian origin meaning “king”.
101) Janus - Of Latin origin meaning “archway”.
102) Janyl - Of English origin meaning “Blend of jar and Darell”.
103) Japhet - Of Hebrew origin meaning “handsome or beautiful”
104) Jareth - Of English origin meaning “old”.
105) Jarrod - Of English origin meaning “spear; strong”.
106) Javier - Of Spanish origin meaning “castle or new house”.
107) Jaxon - Of English origin meaning “God has been gracious”.
108) Jean - Of Scottish origin meaning “God has given”.
109) Jean-Baptiste - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God is gracious”.
110) Joaquin - Of Spanish origin meaning “God will judge”.
111) Johan - Of Danish origin meaning “gift from God”.
112) Judah - Of Hebrew origin meaning “praised; in the bible, one of Jacob’s twelve sons and the ancestor of the tribe of Judah”.
113) June - Of English origin meaning “month of June”.
114) Junien - Of Hebrew origin meaning “God will uplift”.
115) Jurgen - Of Greek origin meaning “earth-worker”.
116) Juro - Of Japanese origin meaning “best wishes, long life”.
117) Juste - Of French origin meaning “just, lawful, fair”.
118) Justice - Of English origin meaning “Just, upright, righteous”.
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