English Boy Names Starting With J
277 names with meanings and origins.
Looking for a English boy's name that starts with J? Here are 277 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. English names range from old Anglo-Saxon classics to modern surname-style and nature names.
Top picks
- Jackson — “Son of Jack”
- Jack — “God is gracious”
- Jasper — “Treasurer; bringer of treasure”
- Jaymes — “An English variant of the name James, which is derived from the Hebrew name for a supplanter.”
- Jarrell — “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
- Jimi — “Jimi is a modern, feminine take on Jimmy, offering a fresh and unique sound. A contemporary choice for a beloved child.”
- Jordain — “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan: down flowing”
- Journey — “An English unisex vocabulary name representing the experience of traveling from one place to another.”
- Jacee — “Based on the initials J. C. or an abbreviation of Jacinda - Beautiful”
- Jacey — “From the initials jc; based on the initials j. c. or an abbreviation of jacinda”
Boy · English · “Based on the initials J. C. or an abbreviation of Jacinda - Beautiful”
Unisex · English · “From the initials jc; based on the initials j. c. or an abbreviation of jacinda”
Unisex · English · “A modern English unisex name derived from Jace. It often serves as a phonetic diminutive or variation of that name.”
Boy · English · “God is gracious”
Boy · English · “Son of Jack”
Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of jaqueline which is the feminine of jacques; diminutive of jacqueline: supplanter. feminine form of jacques (jacob). introduced into britain in the 13th century; god has been gracious; has shown favor. based on john or jacques”
Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of jacqueline which is the feminine of jacques; feminine of jacques derived from james and jacob”
Boy · English · “A modern English blend that combines elements of the names Jay or Jade with the suffix from Adrien.”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name serving as a variant of Jay, often used as a feminine form.”
Boy · English · “Jaelen is a modern name, known as the 'male version of Jerlean'. It's a fresh take on a classic sound, offering a unique touch.”
Boy · English · “This is an English variant of the name Jason. It carries the traditional meaning of a healer, derived from the Greek word for healing.”
Boy · English · “An English name taken from the large spotted feline native to the Americas. It symbolizes strength, stealth, and agility.”
Unisex · English · “God has heard”
Boy · English · “Heard by god alternate spelling: jayden, jaden”
Unisex · English · “Jairdan means 'teacher' or 'one who enlightens,' suggesting a future filled with wisdom and the ability to inspire others.”
Boy · English · “Abbreviation of jacob; diminutive of jacob: he grasps the heel. supplanter”
Unisex · English · “Calm or serenity”
Boy · English · “Bird of light.”
Unisex · English · “A sweet condiment or musical get-together”
Unisex · English · “James son; pet form of james used as a womans name”
Unisex · English · “He who supplants”
Boy · English · “An English name associated with a character in King Henry V, serving as an officer in the king's army.”
Unisex · English · “Modern name based on jane or jean; based on janai meaning god has answered; swedish form of john gift from god”
Boy · English · “God is gracious ; in the bible , one of the apostles”
Unisex · English · “Janene is a lovely name, derived from Jeannine, carrying a classic and gentle charm for your cherished child.”
Unisex · English · “Gods gracious gift; gift from god; variant of jane; from the french jeanette”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Boy · English · “Abreviation of jarel jarek or jared jareh”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Variation of the french name gervaise spearman; variant of jared: rose (flower). also descending. a pre-flood biblical name. the character jared on the late sixties tv western the big valley”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “An English blend of names like Jared and Gareth, often associated with strength.”
Boy · English · “Spear strong surname derived from garrett”
Boy · English · “Spear strong surname variation of garrett; variant of jared: rose (flower). also descending. a pre-flood biblical name. the character jared on the late sixties tv western the big valley”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Blend of jar and darell see also jerrell”
Unisex · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “God is my salvation / a healer ; in mythology , the leader of the argonauts”
Boy · English · “Treasurer; bringer of treasure”
Boy · English · “God is my salvation / a healer ; in mythology , the leader of the argonauts”
Boy · English · “Swift”
Unisex · English · “Son of jack; god has been gracious; has shown favor. based on john or jacques; masculine form of the greek name hyacinth alas”
Boy · English · “Son of jack; god has been gracious; has shown favor. based on john or jacques”
Boy · English · “A modern phonetic English name created from the pronunciation of the initials J.R.”
Unisex · English · “A phonetic unisex name based on the sounds of the letters J and C, often used as a modern given name.”
Boy · English · “One who is thankful to god ; god has heard / form”
Unisex · English · “An English phonetic name formed by the pronunciation of the initials J and D.”
Unisex · English · “One who is thankful to god ; god has heard / form”
Boy · English · “God has heard.”
Boy · English · “One who is thankful to god ; god has heard / form”
Boy · English · “An English name interpreted as one who lends help or is consistently helpful to those around them.”
Boy · English · “An English variant of the name James, which is derived from the Hebrew name for a supplanter.”
Unisex · English · “Jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor. variant of joan”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name thought to be a modern blend derived from names like Jason and Jacob. It follows the contemporary trend of creating new phonetic names.”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name derived from names like Jason and Jacob. This spelling variant uses a double 'n' for a unique visual style.”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name meaning 'a meadow of birds'. it evokes a natural scene filled with avian life and greenery.”
Boy · English · “Jayvee is a modern and unique name, based on the phonetic sound of initials, making it truly personal.”
Unisex · English · “Jazmina is a modern and unique name, based on the phonetic sound of initials, making it truly personal.”
Unisex · English · “Variant of jane. jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor; variation of john god is gracious”
Boy · English · “God is gracious ; in the bible , one of the apostles”
Boy · English · “Gift of peace; derived from one of three old german names, meaning district, traveler, or peaceful pledge. famous bearer: geoffrey plantagenet was father to king henry ii; geoffrey cbaucer wrote the canterbury tales”
Boy · English · “Jefford is a solid name that is both a surname and a place-name, connecting your child to heritage and location.”
Unisex · English · “Gift of peace; divine peace; derived from one of three old german names, meaning district, traveler, or peaceful pledge. famous bearer: geoffrey plantagenet was father to king henry ii; geoffrey cbaucer wrote the canterbury tales”
Boy · English · “An English variant of Jeffrey, this name translates to a peaceful person or a traveler of peace.”
Unisex · English · “God is gracious; variant of jenny which is a diminutive of jane and jennifer”
Unisex · English · “A modern English unisex variant that combines elements of Jenny and Jennifer.”
Unisex · English · “Wild wave; variant of jenny which is a diminutive of jane and jennifer”
Unisex · English · “Variant of jenny which is a diminutive of jane and jennifer..”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name derived from Garrett, which comes from Germanic elements meaning rules by the spear.”
Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of names beginning with jer, such as jerad, jerah, jerald, jeralyn, jeramy, jeran, and jeremy”
Boy · English · “Variation of garrett rules by the spear; descending. a pre-flood biblical name. the character jared on the late sixties tv western the big valley”
Boy · English · “Variant and surname form of gerald: rules by the spear”
Boy · English · “Variant of jeremiah in use since the middle ages; variation of gerald rules by the spear”
Boy · English · “Variation of jeremiah in use since the middle ages”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name derived from the name Garrett. The name carries the traditional meaning of one who rules by the spear.”
Boy · English · “Variation of gerard rules by the spear english surname; variant of gerard rules by the spear. english surname”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “An English name created from a blend of names like Gerald or Jeremy and Gareth.”
Boy · English · “Strong, gifted ruler blend of jer- and derrick”
Boy · English · “Strong, gifted ruler blend of jer- and derrick”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “A man from germany / one who is brotherly”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name that serves as a brotherly variation of the name Germaine.”
Boy · English · “This English name is a variant of Germaine, carrying a meaning associated with being brotherly.”
Boy · English · “Form of gerald spear warrior; variant of gerald rules by the spear”
Boy · English · “A masculine name of English origin derived from Garrett. It shares the Germanic root meaning to rule with a spear.”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name that is a variant of Garrett. The name's etymological roots signify power and strength through the spear.”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Strong, gifted ruler blend of jer- and derrick”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Modern variant of israeli jaron cry of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Unisex · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell”
Boy · English · “Strong, open-minded blend of jerold and darell; variant of joshua. variant of jesse: jehovah exists”
Boy · English · “God exists ; a gift from god ; god sees all”
Boy · English · “God exists ; a gift from god ; god sees all”
Unisex · English · “The merchant of venice daughter to shylock; wealthy. also a variant of jesse: jehovah exists; a diminutive of janet. also a diminutive of jessamine or jessical”
Boy · English · “Variant of justin just; upright; righteous”
Boy · English · “Variant of justin just; upright; righteous”
Boy · English · “Variant of justin just; upright; righteous”
Boy · English · “Shield bearer.”
Boy · English · “A casual English diminutive of the name James, which itself has roots in the Hebrew name Jacob.”
Unisex · English · “Jimi is a modern, feminine take on Jimmy, offering a fresh and unique sound. A contemporary choice for a beloved child.”
Boy · English · “A familiar English diminutive of James, a name that originally means the supplanter.”
Unisex · English · “This English unisex name serves as a diminutive of James. It shares the Hebrew origin meaning 'supplanter,' referring to one who follows or replaces.”
Unisex · English · “A common English diminutive of Joan, this name shares the meaning 'God is gracious' across various cultures.”
Boy · English · “Derived from job persecuted; variant of job persecuted”
Boy · English · “Derived from job persecuted; variant of job persecuted”
Unisex · English · “Medieval male name adopted as a feminine name; medieval m name adopted as a feminine name”
Boy · English · “One of the Goths / one who is cheerful , happy”
Unisex · English · “Grace of god”
Unisex · English · “Short for joseph; nickname for joseph and jude; diminutive of judith: jewess. praised”
Unisex · English · “Nickname for joseph and jude; diminutive of joseph: may jehovah add/give increase”
Unisex · English · “This French female name is a variation of Joel and means Jehovah is God.”
Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of joseph; form of joseph - god shall add; diminutive of joseph: may jehovah add/give increase”
Boy · English · “Variant of the hebrew john jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor...”
Boy · English · “An English name meaning 'from the family of John,' derived from the classic name meaning God is gracious.”
Boy · English · “Variant of the hebrew john jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor; variant of the hebrew john: jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor”
Unisex · English · “Modern feminine of john and jon; variant of the hebrew john: jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor; diminutive of jonathan: jehovah has given. jehovahs gift. famous bearer: anglo-irish writer jonathan swift (1667-1745), author of gullivers travels”
Boy · English · “Son of john; variant of the hebrew john: jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor”
Boy · English · “A name with a distinct natural image, meaning 'valley of the dead oaks.' It suggests a deep connection to the earth's landscape.”
Boy · English · “Family of john.”
Boy · English · “Variant of john or abbreviation of jonathan jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor”
Unisex · English · “This unisex English name is a modern feminine variation of the names John and Jon.”
Unisex · English · “Modern feminine of john and jon; variant of john or abbreviation of jonathan jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor”
Unisex · English · “An English name derived from the yellow spring flower. The word comes from the Latin 'juncus,' referring to the plant's reed-like leaves.”
Unisex · English · “God will add”
Boy · English · “The fictional character jorel father of superman”
Boy · English · “Of the down-flowing river ; in the bible , the river where jesus was baptized”
Boy · English · “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan: down flowing”
Unisex · English · “Variant of the hebrew jordan. down flowing. the river in palestine where jesus was baptized has been used as a given name since the crusades; to flow down flowing down”
Boy · English · “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan: down flowing”
Boy · English · “Down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan: down flowing”
Unisex · English · “Descend ; flow down”
Boy · English · “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan: down flowing”
Boy · English · “The fictional character jorel father of superman”
Boy · English · “The fictional character jorel father of superman”
Boy · English · “Variation of george; the fictional character jorel father of superman”
Boy · English · “The fictional character jorel father of superman”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name interpreted as 'the one God loves' or 'grace of the Lord.'”
Unisex · English · “Descending; one who is a farmer; god will uplift”
Boy · English · “Henry vi part 2 margery jourdain a witch”
Boy · English · “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan down flowing”
Boy · English · “Derived from hebrew jordan down flowing; variant of hebrew jordan down flowing”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex vocabulary name representing the experience of traveling from one place to another.”
Unisex · English · “Joy. rejoicing; rejoicing; joy; happiness; variant of 'jai'”
Unisex · English · “Born in june; derived from the name of the sixth month of the year. giving children month names has only become popular in the 20th century”
Unisex · English · “Fairness; just; upright; righteous. form of new testament biblical name justus”
Unisex · English · “Fair minded; just; upright; righteous. form of new testament biblical name justus”
Boy · English · “God is gracious ; in the bible , one of the apostles”
Boy · English · “God is gracious ; in the bible , one of the apostles”
Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of jillian or gillian joves child”
Boy · English · “Rejoicing song”
Boy · English · “Valiant warrior”
Boy · English · “That supplants, undermines, the heel”
Unisex · English · “Moon.”
Boy · English · “God is gracious;Supplanter”
Boy · English · “Supplanting; seizing by the heel”
Boy · English · “Son of Jacob - supplanter or follower”
Boy · English · “Combination name”
Boy · English · “God has heard.”
Unisex · English · “Modern invented name”
Boy · English · “Carter.”
Boy · English · “God has heard”
Unisex · English · “Combination of Jai and Lin”
Boy · English · “He who supplants”
Boy · English · “He who supplants”
Boy · English · “One who loves god”
Boy · English · “Shrine families”
Boy · English · “Wanderer.”
Boy · English · “Handsome; grace”
Boy · English · “Handsome; grace”
Boy · English · “From the god Mars”
Boy · English · “Strong willed.”
Unisex · English · “From james.”
Unisex · English · “Son of james.”
Boy · English · “He who supplants”
Boy · English · “He who supplants”
Boy · English · “God is gracious”
Unisex · English · “Modern invented name”
Boy · English · “God is gracious”
Boy · English · “Son of Jan”
Boy · English · “To descend , descendant”
Boy · English · “Strength of the spear”
Boy · English · “A song of rejoicing”
Boy · English · “Spear strong.”
Boy · English · “From jason.”
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