Puerto Rican Girl names beginning with J
- Jackeline
Description:
Jackeline is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Jacqueline, which originated as the feminine form of Jacques, the French equivalent of James. The name ultimately derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' This spelling variation with 'k' instead of 'q' gained traction particularly in Hispanic communities, giving it a multicultural appeal. Jackeline rose in popularity during the late 20th century and continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its blend of familiarity and distinctive spelling. The name carries associations of elegance and strength, partly due to the influence of iconic figures like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, while the alternative spelling offers a contemporary twist to this classic name.
- Jacqueline
Origin:
French, feminine diminutive of JacquesMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
Jacqueline originated as a feminine form of Jacques, the French variation of James, and therefore Jacob. Jacob was ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Ya’aqov, and gets its meaning, "supplanter" from the story of Jacob supplanting his brother Esau as the first-born son in the Bible. Jacqueline was first used in France in the Middle Ages.
- Jade
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"stone of the side"Description:
As a precious stone, Jade is known for its cool green hues, its importance in Chinese art, and its ability to transmit wisdom, confidence, and clarity. As a name however, Jade is a 90’s throwback in the UK, a Number 1 choice in France, and a returning gem in the US right now.
- Jailene
Description:
Jailene is a feminine name representing a modern variation of Jaylene or Jalene, which themselves likely evolved as creative combinations of the popular prefix "Ja-" with the suffix "-lene." With Hispanic and American influences, the name has a contemporary, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name gained modest popularity in the United States beginning in the early 2000s, particularly in Latino communities. Jailene carries a youthful, vibrant energy with its flowing syllables and bright sounds. Though not rooted in historical naming traditions, it fits well among other modern multicultural names that blend elements from different naming conventions. The name offers natural nickname options including Jai or Lene, and its spelling variations (Jaylene, Jayleen, Jalene) provide flexibility while maintaining the same appealing sound.
- Jamie
Origin:
Diminutive of JamesMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
Jamie is typical of the relaxed unisex names starting with J that seemed so cool in the sixties after decades of Jeans and Joans, though now pretty tepid. Jaime and even Jamey and Jayme are alternate spellings.
- Jane
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
No, we don't consider Jane too plain. In fact, for a venerable and short one-syllable name, we think it packs a surprising amount of punch, as compared to the related Jean and Joan.
- Janelly
Description:
Janelly is a feminine name with Hispanic origins, likely developed as a combination of Jane or Jana with the popular feminine suffix '-elly' or as a variation of Janelle. The name has gained modest popularity particularly in Latin American communities and among Hispanic families in the United States. Janelly carries a youthful, modern energy while maintaining connections to the traditional name Jane (derived from Hebrew, meaning 'God is gracious'). The rhythmic three-syllable pattern and cheerful ending give the name a bright, contemporary feel. Though still relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Janelly represents the trend of creating distinctive variations of classic names by adding melodic suffixes.
- Janely
Description:
Janely is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, most likely a modern blend of Jane and the popular '-ly' suffix, or possibly derived from Janelle or Janelle. The name has a sweet, melodic quality that combines traditional elements with a contemporary feel. While uncommon in overall naming statistics, Janely has seen some usage in Hispanic communities, possibly as a variation of Jeanelle or an elaboration of Jane. The name carries the meaning associations of its root name Jane, which derives from Hebrew and means 'God is gracious.' Janely has a gentle, feminine sound with an accessible pronunciation, offering parents a name that feels both familiar and distinctive, traditional yet modern.
- Janet
Origin:
Diminutive of JaneMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
Janet started as a pet form of Jane but has long been used independently. Jane is a feminine form of John, which derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. Janet can also be considered a variation of Jeannette, a derivative of Joan and another feminization of the name John.
- Janette
Description:
Janette is a feminine name derived from Jane, which ultimately comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning "God is gracious." This French diminutive form adds refinement and elegance to the simpler Jane. Janette enjoyed modest popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s-1960s, often as an alternative to the more common Janet. The name combines classic origins with a softly feminine sound. While less commonly given to babies today, it retains a timeless quality that avoids feeling dated. Janette offers the perfect balance between familiarity and distinctiveness, recognizable without being overused, and carries the graceful, meaningful heritage of its root name.
- Janice
Origin:
Variation of JaneMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
For a minute or two this sounded more modern than Janet, now equally outmoded.
- Janina
Origin:
Polish; Finnish; Lithuanian; German; SwedishMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
A sweet and sprightly feminine form of John.
- Jaslene
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Jaslene, a reality show-related name via former America's Next Top Model winner Jaslene Gonzalez, a smoosh of Jasmine and the 'ene' ending, has dropped from Number 599 in 2007 to 976 in 2010.
- Jasmin
Origin:
Variation of Jasmine, a Persian flower nameMeaning:
"jasmine flower"Description:
Jasmin doesn't have the grace of Jasmine (which in 2016 ranked at 122 in the US Top 1000), but it is far more preferable to the trendier versions doing the rounds like Jazmin or Jazzmyn. If you are looking for a more unusual variant try Yasmin or Jessamine.
- Jasmine
Origin:
Flower name, from PersianMeaning:
"gift from God"Description:
Jasmine was derived from the Persian word yasmin, referring to the jasmine flower. Scented oil was made from the plant, and it was used as a perfume throughout the Persian Empire. Variants include Jazmin, Yasmin, Yasmine, and Jessamine.
- Jayla
Origin:
Modern spelling of Jaalah, HebrewMeaning:
"to ascend"Description:
Not quite as unusual as it might seem, it first entered the popularity list in 1995, as a possible alternative to the very popular Kayla. In the Bible, an alternate spelling is Jaala.
- Jaylah
Origin:
Spelling variation of JaylaMeaning:
"to ascend"Description:
This variation of Jayla had one of the highest increases in popularity between 2012 and 2013.
- Jayleen
Origin:
Modern invented nameMeaning:
"pretty jaybird"Description:
Jayleen is one of those modern creations that could be seen as an attempt to be trendy yet retro at the same time. Part Jaylee, part Aileen, Jayleen could be an honor for a Jane or a James, an Eileen, or a Darlene.
- Jazmin
Origin:
Spelling variation of Jasmine, Persian flower nameDescription:
The inclusion of the trendy "z" doesn't do much for this variant of Jasmine. We recommend the original spelling.
- Jazmine
Origin:
Spelling variation of JasmineDescription:
Leave the Z behind, please. You're better off with the classic Jasmine spelling -- though all of this name's variations have been falling in popularity in recent years.