"If you love the theme of picking a baby name by using your favorite letter, don’t overlook the letter “J.” There are well-known women with “J” names that are definitely worth mentioning, like Julie Andrews, Jenna Ortega, and Jane Goodall. Other cute baby girl names to make the list that start with “J” are Julia, Juliet, Juniper, Josie, and more. The nicknames that come with them are so adorable too. Just picture calling your little girl “Jules,” “Jo,” or “Juni.”
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Some say that people with “J” names are enthusiastic, friendly, and are natural-born leaders, too. What wonderful attributes to have in a name! If you’re still trying to narrow down baby girl names, try sticking with the letter “J” and give the 10th letter in the English alphabet a try. Here are 75 baby girl names that start with the letter “J.”
Baby Girl Names That Start With J
Jada
This beautiful name means “wise” and “precious stone.” A baby girl named Jada is a precious little name.
Jameela
If you’re looking for a beautiful or lovely name, Jameela means just that. It’s of Arabic origin, meaning “beautiful” and “lovely.”
Jane
The name Jane is simple yet timeless, and it shows in history. Women with this name include Jane Goodall, an ethologist, humanitarian, and much more, and novelist Jane Austen, of books like Pride and Prejudice and Emma.
January
“January” is derived from the Roman God Janus for new beginnings and the start of a new year. If having a baby girl is symbolic of new beginnings, name your little one “January.”
Jaqueline
While the name Jaqueline means “supplanter” in English, there’s nothing that can replace the love you have for a little girl named Jaqueline.
Jasper
A gender-neutral name, Jasper is of Persian origin, meaning “treasurer.” How cute is it that a little bundle of joy will be the treasurer of your heart? You can also call her “Jas” for short!
Jayla
With multiple meanings, like “to ascend,” “victory,” and “happy,” the name Jayla is perfect if you want to give your baby girl a name that means that she can be victorious and get to the top of any obstacle she encounters in life.
Jaylee
It’s said that the name Jaylee comes from the Blue Jay bird that is native to North America. Blue Jays symbolize guidance and encouragement for the future. How lovely!
Jenna
Jenna was a popular name in the 1980s, and just like your favorite pair of skinny jeans, it can always make a comeback. Well-known Jennas include Jenna Fischer and Jenna Ortega.
Jensen
Of Scandinavian origin, Jensen translates to “son of John.” You don’t have to have a son to name your little one “Jensen,” though. It’s an adorable boy name for girls, and nicknames include Jenny, Jen, or no nickname required.
Jessica
As one of the most popular names during the 1980s, the name Jessica falls in the ranks of other millennial names like Ashley, Sarah, and Samantha. If you have the name Jessica, why not pass it down to your little girl?
Jia
If you’re looking for another name to stay in the family, Jia means “family” and “kin.” Not only is it cute, but it’s also perfect to pass down from generation to generation!
Jillian
Meaning “youthful” in Latin, the name Jillian is suitable if you’re having the first mini version of you. How cute does the nickname “Jill” sound?
Jinny
Is your due date in the springtime, or is spring your favorite season? Jinny means “springlike” and might just be the name for your little ray of sunshine!
Jocelyn
Jocelyn is a powerful name for a baby girl. It stems from two words, “joy” and “ruling.” A girl who has some authority but can still spread joy? She sounds like a great leader already.
Jo
Even though the name Jo is most commonly used as a nickname for names like Josephine and Joanna, it’s cute as a first name, too.
Joelle
Loving the French-themed names for baby girls? Then name your baby girl “Joelle.” It comes from the French word “Jol,” which means “God be willing.”
Jolene
What may first come to mind when you hear the name Jolene is Dolly Parton’s hit song Jolene. We would definitely support you naming your little girl after a Dolly Parton song because its meaning is wonderful, too. Jolene means “desire” and “pleasant.”
Jordan
This cute gender-neutral name is a great contender if you’re waiting to find out the gender of your baby. It means “to flow down” and has biblical ties with the Jordan River.
Josie
Josie is said to come from the name Josephine—an adorable “J” name. It means “God will add.” I can just see a life full of love and abundance in her future.
Joy
This name doesn’t need an elaborate explanation as to why you should name a baby girl “Joy.” Anyone who exudes joy and happiness is worth being around.
Jude
Another gender-neutral name, Jude means “praised” in Hebrew. It is also well known for the popular song Hey Jude by The Beatles. While The Beatles would probably tell you, “Remember to let her into your heart,” we have no doubt that a little girl named Jude would melt your heart right away.
Judith
This name falls into the category of vintage baby names, and old person baby names are totally trendy. Doesn’t baby Judith and Grandma Judy all sound oh-so-adorable?
Jules
The name Jules sounds lovely and elegant. It makes sense because it’s of French origin, and it also means “youthful.”
Julia
People with the name Julia are said to be sensitive, empathetic, and creative. It definitely shows with famous women who have this namesake, like Julia Child, Julia Roberts, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Juliet
It seems to be that the common theme with “J” names is youthfulness because Juliet also means “youthful.” The name Juliet, or “Juliette,” is said to mean “little Julia.” Are you expecting a little girl and have the first name Julia? Give her a “J” name, too, and name her Juliet.
June
June signifies “the beginning of new life,” which is fitting for a baby girl entering into the world.
Juniper
Welcome your little girl into the world of nature with a name like “Juniper.” In Latin, it means “evergreen.”
Jupiter
Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system, so don’t be surprised if your baby “Jupiter” is the biggest thing you love about your family.
Justine
There are so many meanings to the name Justine. With Latin origins, its meanings include “just,” “fair,” “honest,” “equal,” and more. These are great attributes to have for any little girl named Justine.
More Baby Girl Names That Start With J
- Jacinda
- Jackie
- Jade
- Jaelynn
- Jamie
- Janae
- Janelle
- Janessa
- Janet
- Janice
- Janine
- Jarrell
- Jas
- Jasmine
- Jean
- Jemima
- Jemma
- Jennifer
- Jenny
- Jentry
- Jeri
- Jersey
- Jess
- Jessie
- Jewel
- Jezebel
- Jianna
- Jill
- Jimena
- Joan
- Joanna
- JoBeth
- Joey
- Jolie
- Joni
- Josephine
- Journey
- Jovie
- Joyce
- Jubilee
- Judy
- Juliana
- Julianne
- Juno
- Justice
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