What are Hindu baby names starting with J? Boy names include Jagadish (Lord of the world), Jagannath (Lord of the universe) and Jagat (The world). Girl names include Jagruti (Awakening), Jahnavi (The river Ganga) and Janaki (Sita, daughter of Janaka).
Boy names starting with J
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Jagadish | Lord of the world |
| Jagannath | Lord of the universe |
| Jagat | The world |
| Jai | Victory |
| Janak | King of Mithila, father of Sita |
| Jatin | One with matted hair, Shiva |
| Jay | Victory |
| Jayant | Victorious |
| Jayesh | Lord of victory |
| Jeet | Victory |
| Jeevan | Life |
| Jignesh | Eager to know |
| Jishnu | Victorious, a name of Arjuna and Vishnu |
| Jitendra | Master of the senses |
| Jogesh | Lord of yoga |
| Jugal | A pair, as in Radha and Krishna |
Girl names starting with J
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Jagruti | Awakening |
| Jahnavi | The river Ganga |
| Janaki | Sita, daughter of Janaka |
| Janani | Mother |
| Jaya | Victory, Parvati |
| Jayanti | Victorious |
| Jayashree | Goddess of victory |
| Jeevika | Source of life |
| Jhalak | A glimpse |
| Jhanvi | The river Ganga |
| Jigna | Curiosity |
| Joshika | Young woman |
| Joshna | Moonlight |
| Jothi | Light |
| Juhi | Jasmine |
| Jui | A fragrant flower |
| Jwala | Flame |
| Jyoti | Light |
| Jyotsna | Moonlight |
Sources
- Name letters follow the Avakahada chart used in Indian panchangs.
Ceremonies for your baby
Most families choose the name at the Namakaranam, on the 11th or 12th day after birth. A verified pandit can do it at home or on live video.
Questions devotees ask us
Which nakshatras give names starting with J?
Tradition gives this letter to Uttara Ashadha pada 3 (Ja), Uttara Ashadha pada 4 (Ji), Shravana pada 1 (Ju), Shravana pada 2 (Je), Shravana pada 3 (Jo), Uttara Bhadrapada pada 3 (Jha).
Is it necessary to use the nakshatra letter?
No. Many families keep the nakshatra name for rituals and use a different everyday name. Follow your family’s custom.