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Jewish Baby Names
Letter "J"
Jewish Names, Hebrew Names, Biblical Names, Yiddish Names
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Click below for examples of Hebrew names old and new, their origins
(when available), their meaning, and their gender. Names are
organized alphabetically based on their Hebrew pronunciations, so "Chaim"
would appeal under "C" rather than Haim under the letter "H."
| Names |
Origin and Meaning |
Gender |
Jacob/
Yaakov
Heb:
יַעֲקֹב |
Origin: Biblical
The celebrated brother of Moses who is most know for his peaceful
ways and devotion to bringing peace amongst the people of Israel.
Variations and Nick Names: Koby, Yanky, Jacob, Jake |
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Jonathan/
Yonatan
Heb:
יוֹנָתָן |
Origin: Biblical
Yonatan was son of King Saul (Shaul) and dear friend of King David
Meaning: God granted
Variations and Nick Names: Jonathan, Jon, Yoni |
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Joseph/
Yosef
Heb:
יוֹסֵף |
Origin: Biblical
Son of Jacob and Rachel, Minister of Egypt under Pharaoh's rule.
Meaning: Will add
Variations and Nick Names: Joe, Joseph, Yossi |
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Joshua/
Yehoshua
Heb:
יְהוֹשֻׁעַ |
Origin: Biblical
Student of Moses, Prophet during the time of the Israelites in the
Desert
Meaning: God will save, God will redeem
Variations and Nick Names: Joshua, Josh, Shuie |
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Judah/
Yehuda
Heb:
יְהוּדָה |
Origin: Biblical
Son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of King David
Meaning: Thanking God
Variations and Nick Names: Judah, Yuda |
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Judith/
Yehudit
Heb:
יְהוּדִית |
Origin: Biblical
The heroic deed of Yehudit in the times of the Maccabbees inspired
faith and courage in the hearts of Jews throughout the ages
Meaning: Jewess
Variations and Nick Names: Judith, Judy |
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