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    Hebrew & Biblical Boy Names Starting With J

    305 names with meanings and origins.

    Looking for a Hebrew & Biblical boy's name that starts with J? Here are 305 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. Hebrew names include many classics found in the Bible. They are often built around a meaning that praises God or a hoped-for quality.

    Top picks

    1. Jacob — “Supplanter”
    2. James — “Supplanter, one who follows”
    3. Joshua — “God is salvation”
    4. John — “God is gracious”
    5. Jordan — “To flow down, descend”
    6. Josiah — “God supports and heals”
    7. Joel — “Yahweh is God”
    8. Jonah — “Dove”
    9. Jared — “Descent; he descends”
    10. Judah — “Praised; the tribe of Israel”
    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to tribulation or labor. It historically refers to a biblical figure associated with difficulty.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the supplanter or he who follows at the heel, related to the name Jacob.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning hidden, which can also refer to a young man or a rightful heir.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Originating from Hebrew, this name carries the meaning 'whom the Lord will hear.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A biblical name of Hebrew origin that means the strength of the Lord or whom Jehovah consoles.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this name translates to the strength of the Lord or God comforts.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means 'which glides away'. It appears in the Bible as the name of a son of Lamech.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dryness; confusion; shame”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Pain. in the old testament, jabez was so named because he was borne by his mother in pain; sorrow pessimistic hard-working tolerant”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God has built; god has built. a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning one who understands or refers to the act of building.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Trouble; trouble. a biblical name. jachin”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning he that strengthens or makes steadfast. In the Bible, it was the name of one of the pillars of Solomon's Temple.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Wise; a variation of jade, a green stone used for jewelry”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jadau means "his hand, his confession," suggesting sincerity and a helping touch. A name with a deeply honest and supportive meaning.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God has heard; jehovah has heard. a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has heard. a biblical name; jehovah has heard a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “He will judge; jehovah has heard. a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has heard. a biblical name; jehovah has heard a biblical name”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning mountain goat. In the Bible, Jael is a prominent heroine who delivered Israel from the army of Sisera.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning either a husbandman or a stranger. It refers to someone who dwells in a place or works the land.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jahaziah means "the vision of the Lord," a beautiful name that brings to mind spiritual insight and guidance.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Seeing God”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The unity or sharpness or revenge of god”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “I alone; his joy; his sharpness of wit; his newness”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Waiting for or beseeching or hope in god”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning 'God divides' or 'God allots,' often interpreted as God hastening.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that means he enlightens or my light, describing one who diffuses light to others.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Feminine of jairus; variant of the hebrew jairus jehovah enlightens”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning 'Jehovah enlightens.' It is well known from the biblical figure whose daughter was healed.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means 'he that troubleth'. It is a biblical name found in the Old Testament.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This is a Basque form of the Hebrew name James. It carries the traditional meaning of 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jalon is a male name of Hebrew origin, signifying one who is Tarrying or murmuring about their circumstances.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter, one who follows”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Right hand of favor; right hand of favor. a biblical name”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter; one who supplants; diminutive of james: supplant. replace. variant of jacob derived from the latin jacomus; variant of jacob supplanter”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Right hand of favor; right hand of favor. a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Right hand of favor; right hand of favor. a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Right hand of favor; right hand of favor. a biblical name”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; variant of john god has been gracious; has shown favor; god has been gracious a variation of john; god has been gracious. a diminutive of janet, which is a feminine form of john”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; god is gracious; variant of janis: god has been gracious. a feminine form of john. famous bearer: american singer janis joplin”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; diminutive of jane: jehovah has been gracious jehovah has shown favour. a feminine form of john. variant of joan. from the old french jehane”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; variant of the hebrew john jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “He expands; may he expand. enlargement. may he grant ample room. japheth was the eldest son of noah in the old testament”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Japhia is a bright name, meaning "enlightening" or "appearing," suggesting a child who brings light and presence.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The male name Japhlet, of Hebrew origin, is interpreted as someone who is Delivered and consequently banished from a place or situation.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Japhleti is a male name from Hebrew, conveying the sense of being Delivered from a state and subsequently banished from a location.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Sweetness; he gives sweetness; honey. in the bible jarah was a descendant of jonathan”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Descent; he descends”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from the Hebrew name Jared, this name refers to one who rules or a commander of the people.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name carries meanings like 'fighting' and 'multiplying,' suggesting a spirited and fruitful personality. A name with depth and character.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Cry of rejoicing; variant of the french name gervaise spearman”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to 'righteous' or 'upright'. It is famously associated with the biblical 'Book of Jasher'.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The people sitting; or captivity of the people”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A returning a controversy a dwelling place”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the strength of God or whom God has made, often appearing in biblical genealogies.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has heard. a biblical name; jehovah has heard a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Right hand of favor; right hand of favor. a biblical name”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; god is gracious; feminine form of john: god is gracious; variant of john. jean is sometimes hyphenated with a second name and the french pronunciation may be used as in jean-luc and jean-paul; scottish version of the old french jehane, a feminine form of john: god is gracious”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Speaking well of or kneeling to the lord”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from Hebrew, this name historically refers to a manger or the act of treading under foot.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name for females that represents the preparation or stability provided by the Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Friend of god; diminutive of jedidiah: beloved of the lord. friend of the lord”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of jedidiah beloved of jehovah; derived from jedidiah beloved of jehovah”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah knows. a biblical name; jehovah knows a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of jedidiah beloved of jehovah; derived from jedidiah beloved of jehovah”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of jedidiah beloved of jehovah; derived from jedidiah beloved of jehovah”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the joy of the Lord or the unity of the one Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the science or knowledge of God. It represents one who is known by God or possesses divine wisdom.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah knows. a biblical name; jehovah knows a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning well-beloved or amiable. In the Bible, Jedidah was the mother of King Josiah.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Friend of god; beloved of the lord. friend of the lord. beloved of jehovah. in the bible the blessing name jedidiah was given king solomon in infancy”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the knowledge of God or the renewing of God. it reflects a deep spiritual connection or mental clarity.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jeduthun means "his law, giving praise," a name that reflects both principle and heartfelt adoration.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehdeiah is a joyful name, meaning "joy together" and "one Lord," reflecting unity and happiness.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means the strength of the Lord. It signifies a person who is upheld or taken by God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehoadah is a Hebrew name meaning passing over or testimony of the Lord. It is a traditional biblical name.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the possession of the Lord, indicating that the individual is held or sustained by God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means the grace or mercy of the Lord. It can also be interpreted as the gift of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning established by Yahweh or the strength of the Lord. He was a king of Judah mentioned in the Bible.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the knowledge of the Lord. It appears in the Bible to describe those who are known by or have knowledge of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the Lord will contend or the Lord will plead. It was the name of a priest in the Old Testament.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning 'Jehovah has established' or 'Yahweh has appointed.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the Lord has given, sharing the same root as the common name Jonathan.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Originating from Hebrew, this name means the exaltation of the Lord, reflecting high honor and divine praise.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning 'the Lord is judge,' famously borne by a king of Judah in the Bible.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means a savior or a deliverer. It is the original form of the name Joshua, signifying that the Lord is salvation.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the Lord's dowry. It historically refers to someone who is endowed with gifts from God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning justice of the Lord or the Lord has made righteous, appearing in the Old Testament.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Himself who exists; jehovah is he. the biblical military commander of israel (later king) who was noted for pell-mell style of chariot driving”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehucal is a name that hints at grand potential, meaning 'mighty perfect wasted,' suggesting a powerful and unique spirit.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jekamean is a powerful name meaning "the people shall arise," suggesting leadership and strength.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning the Lord establishes or God will set up. It is also interpreted as signifying the revenge of the Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning hope or congregation of the Lord. It is a traditional biblical name signifying religious trust.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter; dove; supplant. replace. variant of jacob derived from the latin jacomus”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning God's day or son of God. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of a son of Simeon.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; variant of jenny which is a diminutive of jane and jennifer”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Scandinavian and Hebrew-rooted name is a short form of Johannes, meaning God is gracious or a divine gift.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “To open. to release. in the old testament, jephthah was a leader of the israelites and was obliged to sacrifice his only daughter in return for gods help to defeat the ammonites”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has seen. a biblical name. a lunar month; also a given name; the moon month smelling sweet”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Originating from Hebrew, this name signifies the mercy of God or one who is beloved by God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name signifying that God will uplift or that the person is exalted by God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “From jared; variant of garrett rules by the spear”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means exalted of the Lord or God will uplift, serving as a variant of Jeremiah.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Sent by god; may jehovah exalt. exalted of the lord. jeremiah was a 7th century prophet and the author of the book of lamentations in the old testament. used commonly in ireland”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This is a Hebrew name meaning the Lord is exalted or Jehovah exalts, serving as a variant of the name Jeremiah.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Exalted of the lord; variation of jeremiah in use since the middle ages”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name speaks of eminences and one who respectfully fears death, suggesting a profound and thoughtful spirit.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will uplift; variant of jeremiah in use since the middle ages; variant of jeremiah: may jehovah exalt. exalted of the lord”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has seen. a biblical name; jehovah has seen a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin that translates to one who rejects or fears death, symbolizing an eminence or high status.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning he that opposes the people or the people will contend. It is the name of two kings of ancient Israel.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Descendant; variant of garrett rules by the spear”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to one who is high, merciful, or beloved. It is used in biblical contexts to describe someone favored by mercy.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has seen. a biblical name; jehovah has seen a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “From jericho; strong; gifted ruler. blend of jer- and derrick”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Down to earth; variant of garrett rules by the spear”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew masculine name that literally means let the idol of confusion defend itself. It was used as an alternative name to avoid saying the name of a pagan god.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Vision of peace.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the health or salvation of the Lord. It signifies that the Lord is the source of well-being.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This ancient Hebrew name refers to the sitting or the captivity of the father. It appears in biblical genealogies.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jeshohaia means 'the pressing, the meditation of God', suggesting a child with deep spiritual thought and reflection.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning a savior or a deliverer. It is a common transliteration of the name of Jesus, focusing on the theme of divine rescue.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name for males that represents naming or the astonishment of God.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Wealthy; variant of jesse: jehovah exists; diminutive of jessie: a diminutive of janet. also a diminutive of jessamine or jessical”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “God exists; jesse is a name which comes from the dutch province ‘friesland. the name came from the name iese, derived from ese. as a name from the bible, jesse has came from isaï; jehovah exists. in the bible jesse was shepherd-father of king david. also used for girls; wealthy. jehovah exists. the father of king david”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of jesse: jehovah exists; derived from jesse jehovah exists”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is watching; rich. god beholds. the daughter of shylock in shakespeares play the merchant of venice”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of jesse: jehovah exists; derived from jesse jehovah exists”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Outstanding, excellent; pre-eminence. excellence. abundance. overflowing; abundance. in the bible the midian priest jethro was moses father-in-law”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jetur means 'order, succession, mountainous.' This name evokes a sense of steadfastness, strong foundations, and enduring character.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jeuel means 'God hath taken away, God heaping up', a name reflecting divine providence and abundance.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A biblical name of Hebrew origin that translates to he that is devoured or one who gathers.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means he that is devoured or counselor, mentioned in ancient biblical records.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rooted in Hebrew, this name refers to the praise of the Lord or confession. It is historically linked to the tribe of Judah.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A masculine Hebrew name meaning the nourishment or the weapons of the Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jeziah means "sprinkling of the Lord," a gentle and spiritual name symbolizing a divine touch.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jeziel means "sprinkling of the Lord," a tender and spiritual name that evokes a sense of blessing.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning the Lord arises or the brightness of the Lord. It signifies divine light and presence.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name traditionally interpreted as meaning drought or confusion.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jidlaph means "he that distills water," a distinctive name suggesting purity, clarity, and life.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter; derived from jacob supplanter”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew male name that translates to right hand. It can also signify numbering or the act of preparing.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning paternity or the Lord is father. In the Bible, Joab was a powerful commander of King David's army.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will establish; may jehovah exalt. god prepares”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew masculine name translates to fraternity or signifies a brother of the Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means possessing or apprehending. It can also be interpreted as one who sees or has vision.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the Lord will judge or established by God, popular in Scandinavia and Germany.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “This unisex Hebrew name signifies the Lord will judge or God will establish.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; god is gracious, a feminine form of john”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means 'Yahweh has helped' or 'fire of Yahweh,' belonging to several biblical figures.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the perfection of the Lord. It is a variant of Jotham, a king mentioned in the Old Testament.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Afflicted one; persecuted. in the old testament, job was remembered for his great patience (the patience of job)”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Supplanter; short form of jacob; variant of jack: diminutive of john: god is gracious. during the middle ages, jack was so common that it was used as a general term for man or boy. famous bearer: american actor jack lemmon; god is gracious. a diminutive of john and influenced by jack. today, jock is commonly used as a ”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Grace of god; feminine of nickname for joseph and jude; diminutive of judith: jewess. praised”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah is witness. a biblical name; jehovah is witness a biblical name”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Yahweh is God”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Lifting up profiting taking away slander”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning who enlivens or gives life. It signifies a person who brings vitality and energy to those around them.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name is a German form of John, originating from Hebrew roots. It translates to gift from God or God is gracious.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is gracious”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift of god; jehovah has given. in the bible jonathan son of king saul was noted for manliness; generosity and unselfishness. he saved davids life when saul would have killed him”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah has given. in the bible jonathan son of king saul was noted for manliness; generosity and unselfishness. he saved davids life when saul would have killed him”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of john or abbreviation of jonathan jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor; 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; form of joh”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Joiarib is a Hebrew name meaning the Lord will contend. It is also interpreted as the multiplying of the Lord.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this name translates to God will establish. It suggests a sense of divine foundation and permanence.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name is associated with hardness or a knocking sound. It can also translate to mean an offense or a snare.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning small or signifies a dispute. In the Bible, Joktan was a son of Eber and a descendant of Shem.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This male name is a combination of the traditional names Joseph and Mary. It is often considered to have Hebrew roots based on its components.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is gracious; variant of john or abbreviation of jonathan jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor. sometimes used in the french fashion hyphenated with a second name like jon-carlo or jon-paul; variant of john or abbreviation of jonathan: jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor. sometimes used in the french fa”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dove”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A female name of Hebrew origin meaning a dove or the multiplying of the people. It carries a peaceful and communal connotation.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dove”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift from god; a variation of the given name jonathan”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift of god; jehovah has given. jehovahs gift. famous bearer: anglo-irish writer jonathan swift (1667-1745), author of gullivers travels”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift of god; jehovah has given. in the bible jonathan son of king saul was noted for manliness; generosity and unselfishness. he saved davids life when saul would have killed him”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This is a Hebrew-derived diminutive of Jonathan, which signifies that God has given. It is a common and friendly variant used for males.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Dutch diminutive of Joseph, this Hebrew-rooted name means 'God will multiply' or 'He shall add.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The Finnish form of the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning 'God will multiply' or 'increase.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A traditional Finnish variation of Joseph, which carries the Hebrew meaning 'God will add.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Dutch pet form of Joseph, maintaining the Hebrew meaning that God will multiply or increase.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Autumn rose; he has reproached. biblical”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning Jehovah is exalted. It is a biblical name that signifies the high status and praise of the divine.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “To flow down, descend”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will uplift; the fictional character jorel father of superman”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Jehovah is exalted. an ancestor of mary; jehovah is exalted an ancestor of mary”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Jehoshaphat, meaning 'the Lord is judge' or 'Yahweh has judged.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The Basque form of Joseph, stemming from Hebrew and meaning 'God will multiply.'”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “God will increase; may jehovah add/give increase. st joseph of arimathea undertook the burial of jesus (in holy grail lore). in the bible joseph was sold by his brothers into slavery and later rose to become a supreme power in egypt. also jesus legal father”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Latinized version of the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning 'God will multiply,' notably held by the historian Flavius Josephus.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin meaning raised or who pardons, serving as a Greek form of Joseph.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God saves; abbreviation of joshua jehovah is salvation”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Joshah means "being, forgetting, owing," hinting at a reflective and humble spirit. A name that embraces life's profound and tender moments.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “The seat, alteration, or captivity of the Lord”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A masculine name from Hebrew roots meaning 'it is requiring' or 'beseeching.' It conveys a sense of earnest request or petition.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is salvation”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God supports and heals”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Variant of josiah: may jehovah heal; form of josiah jehovah has healed”

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