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Searching for the great boy names that start with J? Then you’ve come to the right place. Below you’ll find 79 of the best J-names for baby boys, hand-picked to save you time on your name search.
Finding the perfect baby name can feel like a daunting task. I’m here to help. I’m a researcher who uses the skills I learned in my Ph.D. to study baby name data and trends. I put together this list of J boy names to span a variety of naming styles.
Here you’ll find J names for boys that are timeless and classic. You’ll also find unique and modern J names for boys. Plus I include lists of cute J boy names and gender neutral J names.
Each name has the name’s meaning and origin. I reference my personal database of over 2000+ for these meanings. For years, I’ve been collecting names I’ve heard into this database, with data coming from forums, websites, and books.
I hope these J name ideas help you on your name search. My goal is to give you a handpicked and comprehensive list of boy J names to save you time as you decide on a name.
And don’t forget to check out my list of J names for twin names if you like J names.
Now let’s dive into these jaunty J names for boys!
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J names for boys
Classic boy names that start with J
First up we have classic J names for boys. These names are timeless options that have been steady favorites for generations. Classic J names offer a feeling of reputability and familiarity. A J names from this section would be a great choice for parents with a traditional naming style.
Of the names below, I particular like JEREMIAH and JONATHAN, both classic and soft names for boys.
1. JACOB
- Meaning: supplanter
- Origin: Hebrew
2. JAMAL
- Meaning: beauty
- Origin: Arabic
3. JAMES
- Meaning: supplanter
- Origin: Hebrew
4. JARED
- Meaning: He descends
- Origin: Hebrew
5. JASON
- Meaning: healer
- Origin: Greek
6. JEDIDIAH
- Meaning: beloved by the Lord
- Origin: Hebrew
7. JEFFERSON
- Meaning: son of Jeffery
- Origin: English
8. JEFFREY
- Meaning: pledge of peace
- Origin: German; English
9. JEREMIAH
- Meaning: God will raise
- Origin: Hebrew
10. JEREMY
- Meaning: God uplifts
- Origin: English; Hebrew
11. JESUS
- Meaning: to rescue
- Origin: Hebrew
12. JOHN
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
13. JONATHAN
- Meaning: God’s gift
- Origin: Hebrew
14. JORGE
- Meaning: farmer
- Origin: Spanish; Portuguese; Greek
15. JOSE
- Meaning: God increases
- Origin: Spanish; Portuguese; Hebrew
16. JOSEPH
- Meaning: God increases
- Origin: Hebrew
17. JOSHUA
- Meaning: Lord is my salvation
- Origin: Hebrew
18. JUDAH
- Meaning: Praised
- Origin: Hebrew
19. JUSTIN
- Meaning: righteous
- Origin: Latin
Cute boy names that start with J
Next, let’s turn to cute J names for boys. These names are warm and approachable, making them personable and endearing. Cute boy J names are great for those looking for a soft and sweet boy name.
My favorite cute J name for boys is JOSIAH, a classic biblical name that has gained a lot in popularity in the last decade (source on Josiah in the bible).
20. JACK
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: English
21. JACI
- Meaning: moon
- Origin: Native American
22. JAMIR
- Meaning: handsome prince
- Origin: Arabic
23. JAVIER
- Meaning: new house
- Origin: Spanish
24. JIMMY
- Meaning: supplanter
- Origin: English
25. JOEL
- Meaning: Lord is God
- Origin: Hebrew
26. JOHNNY
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
27. JOSIAH
- Meaning: God heals
- Origin: Hebrew
28. JOVANNI
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Italian; Latin
29. JULIAN
- Meaning: youthful
- Origin: Latin
30. JULIO
- Meaning: youthful
- Origin: Latin; Spanish; Portuguese
31. JUNIOR
- Meaning: Younger
- Origin: English
32. JAMARI
- Meaning: beauty
- Origin: Arabic
Modern names for boys starting with J
Next we look at modern J names for boys. These are the names that are trendy and fashionable today. Not only do modern names feel fresh, they also connect your baby to their generation.
I love that JASPER is rising quickly in the rankings for boys (per Social Security Administration name data). JETT is also an easy and cool name that has quickly risen in the ranks among boys.
33. JACKSON
- Meaning: son of Jack
- Origin: English
34. JADEN
- Meaning: God has heard
- Origin: Hebrew
35. JALEN
- Meaning: calm
- Origin: American
36. JAMESON
- Meaning: son of James
- Origin: English
37. JASPER
- Meaning: treasurer
- Origin: Persian
38. JAYDEN
- Meaning: thankful
- Origin: Hebrew
39. JAYLEN
- Meaning: thankful
- Origin: American
40. JENSEN
- Meaning: son of Jens
- Origin: Scandinavian
41. JETT
- Meaning: jet black
- Origin: English
42. JONAH
- Meaning: dove
- Origin: Hebrew
43. JONAS
- Meaning: dove
- Origin: Hebrew
44. JUDSON
- Meaning: Son of Judah
- Origin: Hebrew
Unique baby boy names starting with J
Here is a collection of unique J names for boys. These are names that are far outside of the top 100 list in the U.S. according the Social Security Administration database. Unique names are also memorable and distinct.
I love the flow of JADIEL, a name that ranked #848 in 2022. If you like something truly unique, JOVE is very rare but sounds similar to other popular names like Jonah and Jonas.
45. JABARI
- Meaning: brave
- Origin: African – Swahili
46. JADIEL
- Meaning: one who judges
- Origin: Hebrew; Spanish
47. JAGGER
- Meaning: carter
- Origin: English
48. JAKAI
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: English; Americanized Spelling
49. JAKARI
- Meaning: blend of Jacob and Cory
- Origin: Constructed name
50. JAZIEL
- Meaning: allocated by God
- Origin: Hebrew
51. JEREMIAS
- Meaning: God will raise
- Origin: Hebrew
52. JERICHO
- Meaning: moon city
- Origin: Arabic
53. JOAQUIN
- Meaning: lifted by God
- Origin: Spanish; Hebrew
54. JONES
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
55. JOSUE
- Meaning: Lord is my salvation
- Origin: Spanish; Portuguese; Hebrew
56. JOVE
- Meaning: Jupiter
- Origin: Latin
57. JULIUS
- Meaning: Youthful, Downy
- Origin: Latin
58. JUSTICE
- Meaning: righteous
- Origin: English
Short one-syllable J names for boys
If you like names that are short and sweet, this section is for you. Here are short, one-syllable J names for boys. These names are easy and concise, great for people who like a straightforward name. Short names are less likely to be misspelled or nicknamed as well.
JONE is my favorite short J name for boys. It is unique and unisex, making it feel fresh and fashionable.
59. JUAN
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew; Spanish
60. JACE
- Meaning: God is salvation
- Origin: Hebrew
61. JAKE
- Meaning: supplanter
- Origin: Hebrew
62. JASE
- Meaning: healer
- Origin: Greek
63. JAX
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Constructed name
64. JAY
- Meaning: jaybird
- Origin: Latin
65. JAYCE
- Meaning: healer
- Origin: Greek
66. JOE
- Meaning: God will increase
- Origin: Hebrew; English
67. JONE
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
68. JAIR
- Meaning: he shines
- Origin: Hebrew
Gender neutral J names
Last on the list we have unisex names that start with J. Nonbinary names like these give your child flexibility to self identify in the future. Not only that, but unisex names are ultra fashionable today.
One of the more classic unisex J names is JORDAN. If that’s your style, also expore my list of great Jordan middle names.
69. JAMIE
- Meaning: supplanter
- Origin: Hebrew; Scottish
70. JEAN
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Latin; French
71. JERRY
- Meaning: spear, God exalts
- Origin: English; Hebrew
72. JESSE
- Meaning: God’s gift
- Origin: Hebrew
73. JOEY
- Meaning: God will increase
- Origin: Hebrew; English
74. JORDAN
- Meaning: descend
- Origin: Hebrew
75. JOSS
- Meaning: one of Goths
- Origin: English; German
76. JOYCE
- Meaning: merry
- Origin: Latin
77. JUDE
- Meaning: praised
- Origin: Hebrew; Latin
78. JULES
- Meaning: youthful
- Origin: Latin
79. JUNIPER
- Meaning: juniperberry, evergreen; young
- Origin: Latin
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