478 Baby Unisex Names That Start With Letter J

Names that begin with the letter J tend to stand out from the rest. Unisex names starting with J form an even more eclectic group. J is the tenth letter of the English alphabet and tends to be less common than other letters when it comes to naming preferences. Despite its less common nature, almost every culture and language has first names and surnames beginning with either the letter J or a ‘J’ sound.

Though J is pronounced ‘dž’ in English, it carries different pronunciations in different languages and even usages. For instance, the word ‘jaeger’ is often pronounced ‘yaegar.’ In Spanish, J is equivalent to English H. Hence, names such as Jarolin and Jerra have unique pronunciations.

Unisex names starting with J are found in almost every language. From the classic Jordan in Hebrew to the Chinese Jiajue, the Sanskrit Jyotis, and the Yoruba Jesumbo, the names starting with this unique letter span continents. J may be a single letter, but it has captured the hearts of parents in countries all over the world.

NameGenderMeaning
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Jaylani
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Mighty; Heavenly; Exalted
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Jacari
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Fearless
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Jettson
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A combination of jet and son
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Jalani
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strong; Powerful
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Journei
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Of the day
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Jaire
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex He enlightens; Jehovah enlightens
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Journie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A trip; An adventure
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Jalayah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beauty of the night; Dew; Hoarfrost
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Jahziel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift of God
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Jasai
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique and modern name
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Jireh
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Provider, God will see and provide
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Jaciel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my judge
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Javari
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex River crossing
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Javian
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Light of the spirit; Bright
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Jalaya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Triumphant, strong, determined
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Jailani
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's gift, strong, noble
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Jahdiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's guidance and support
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Jariel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift from God
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Jayvian
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique; Modern; Powerful
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Jeter
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A thrower; One who throws
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Jozie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God will increase
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Joniel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex He will add; God is my judge; God is my strong man
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Jahkai
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift of God; To light; Ablaze
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Justyce
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Justice and fairness
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Jaylanie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique; Feminine; Beautiful
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Joslynn
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Joyful; Cheerful
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Jj
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Abbreviation of two J names
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Jayleigh
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Joyful; Happy
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Janely
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift from God
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Jamiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex One who rises above
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Jaiya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Victorious, triumphant
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Jayren
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique and modern
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Javien
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strength; Brightness; Nobility
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Jailee
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Jubilant; Joyful
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Jaylie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beautiful, energetic and adventurous
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Jaziyah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique, strong, spirited
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Jayco
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique and modern
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Jaythan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Modern and unique
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Joyner
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex One who brings joy; One who spreads happiness
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Jusiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my salvation
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Jaziah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's gift
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Jensyn
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Son of Jens
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Jabriel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strength; Power
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Juel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Precious gem; Jewel
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Jewels
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Precious stones; Valuable items
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Jru
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Love
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Jaia
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Victorious; Triumphant; A person who wins
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Jakiyah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beautiful; Pure
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Jentry
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Adventurous; Free-spirited
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Joury
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strength and courage
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Jaliah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Exalted; Noble
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Jazara
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Bright; shining
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Jood
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Generosity; Excellence
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Jr
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Short for 'junior;' the son or namesake of someone with the same name
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Jamaya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beautiful; Greatly loved; God's gift
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Jahziah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift of God
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Jathniel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my gift
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Jailah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Great; Superior
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Jiyana
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Life; Soul; Existence; Being
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Joud
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Excellence and generosity
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Jahel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Mountain goat
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Jayvyn
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Light spirit
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Juvia
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Rain or shower
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Jiyah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Joyful and spirited
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Jaxin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Son of Jack; Son of God's grace
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Jazariah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Exalted by God
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Jiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Heart; Life; Lively
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Josi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God will increase
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Jacobie
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Supplanter; One who follows
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Jardani
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is gracious
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Jassiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gift of God, Joyful, God saves
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Jaslin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beautiful; Sweet; Kind
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Jouri
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Joyful, radiant, enchanting
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Jaise
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Like; Similar to
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Jayah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Victorious and powerful
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Jasiri
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Brave; Courageous
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Jd
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Happy and attractive
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Jiyan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Life, soul, spirit
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Jt
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Leader; Popular; Peacemaker
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Jakiya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strong-willed; Determined
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Jazarah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Island; Land surrouded by water
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Jozi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's grace; God will increase
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Janayah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique; Strong; Independent
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Jasira
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Bringer of happiness
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Jenin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Paradise or garden
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Jirah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Blessing from God
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Jaiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Victorious warrior; God is my strength
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Jio
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Large river in South America
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Jaelah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Strength; Determination
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Jakari
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Remembered by God
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Jodeci
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Joyful; Harmonious; Gift from God
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Joplin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A surname; Fool; Peace; Territory
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Jehiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my life
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Jaasiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God's work; God made
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Jasman
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique; Surprise; Gift from God
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Jasser
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Brave, determined, courageous
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Jaxel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Unique; Modern
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Jimin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Precious, gentle, beloved
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Joriel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my light; Lord is my light
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Jezabella
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Beautiful and unique
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Unisex names starting with J have a special appeal to parents worldwide. The letter J has a joyful sound, making melodic and phonetically pleasing names. These names hold positivity in every utterance. Moreover, names beginning with this letter are found in almost every language. Their unique meanings and sounds make them attractive to parents of all cultures. From Hebrew to Sanskrit to Yoruba, unisex names starting with J have made their place in the world. Even though J-letter names are relatively less common, they have created a legacy for ages.

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