Names Ending in J for Boys

Made up of the letters A and J, this initial name is often used as a nickname, however, a growing number of parents are choosing to put AJ on the birth certificate. It was one of the fastest rising boy names in England and Wales in 2023 and has appeared in the Top 1000 there a number of times since 2013.

Taj is a cool-sounding name reflecting the magnificence of the seventeenth-century Indian Taj Mahal, chosen by Aerosmith's Steven Tyler for his son.

The pronunciation barrier looms large, but Maciej has such a pleasant sound, we think it deserves a second look.

Kaj is a name that looks great on paper, but while it's pronounced with to rhyme with rye, it is sure to be pronounced by most people to rhyme with "raj" or, much worse, "Madge".

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A cool Indian name with two even cooler nickname options — Avi, or Taj.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

French filmmaker Ladj Ly brings this intriguing name into the spotlight. Ladj is a surname most commonly found in North Africa.

JJ is a masculine name that functions primarily as a diminutive or nickname, typically derived from first names beginning with the letter J, such as James John, Joseph, Jason, or Jonathan. Often, it represents the initials of a first and middle name combination (e.g., John Jacob). The simplicity of JJ makes it practical and memorable, with a friendly, approachable quality. While some people use JJ only informally, others adopt it as their legal name. Its popularity increased in the late 20th century alongside the trend toward casual, abbreviated names. JJ has gained additional recognition through notable sports figures and entertainers who use this moniker. The name's brevity gives it a modern, unpretentious feel that works well in contemporary naming trends.

Popular enough in the Indian community to have made it onto the US Top 1000 every year from 2001 to 2014 and now again in 2023, possibly inspired by Jamaican activist Leachim Semaj (born Michael James).

Central European form of Matthew.

Miraj's meaning of "ascent" is a reference to the ascension of the Prophet Muhammad into Heaven, making this a very important Muslim name.

Viraj is a Hindu mythological name for a figure associated with creation. Viraj is becoming more popular in the US, still mostly among parents of Indian descent.

A handsome Indian name with the potential nickname Taj.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates.

CJ is a modern abbreviated name typically formed from the initials of first and middle names beginning with C and J, such as Christopher James, Charles John, or Cara Jane. This concise name gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside the trend toward shorter, more casual names and initials as standalone identities. CJ projects a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining a certain coolness and versatility. Its gender-neutral nature, though slightly more common for males, adds to its contemporary appeal. The name has been featured in popular culture through characters in television and film, helping to establish it as more than just a nickname but a legitimate given name in its own right.

A two-initial nickname occasionally used on birth certificates, with a disco vibe.

More common than steamlined Tahj, thanks to actor Tahj Mowry, brother of Tia and Tamara.

The Slovene name for the month of May. It is used as a male name, which is unusual given that most translations are connected to the goddess Maia and considered to be feminine.