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Common nicknames starting with "J"

Welcome to our J-named treasure trove here on Ancestry.com! Are you a proud owner of a first name starting with the letter J, or perhaps you"re just curious about the wide variety of nicknames that accompany these names? You've come to the right place! As you embark on this fascinating journey through the world of J-names and their nicknames, prepare to be delighted, inspired, and enlightened.

Names beginning with the letter J are not only diverse, but also steeped in rich cultural history and significance. Some names have roots in ancient civilizations, while others are more modern and innovative. No matter the origin, one thing is for sure: J-names are as unique and versatile as the people who bear them. To make these names even more special, their nicknames add a layer of personalization and familiarity that further strengthen bonds between family, friends, and loved ones.

In the sections below, you'll discover an extensive list of J-names and their associated nicknames, some traditional, others whimsical or unexpected. As you peruse this collection, you might be surprised by the connections between names and their nicknames, or even find inspiration for the perfect moniker for a beloved J-name bearer in your life. So, let's dive into the wonderful world of J-names and their nicknames, and unlock the stories that make each one exceptional!

Female Names Starting with "J"

Jacinda - Jaci
Jacqueline - Jackie
Jane - Janie, Jean, Jennie, Jessie, Gincey
Janelle - Nell
Janet - Jessie
Jasmine - Jazzy
Jean/Jeanne - Jane, Jeannie
Jeanette - Janet, Jean, Jessie, Nettie
Jeannette - Jean
Jemima - Mima
Jennifer - Jennie, Jenny, Jen, Jenn
Jessica - Jessie, Jess, Jessie, Jessy, Jessi
Jillian - Jill
Joan - Nonie
Joanna - Jo, Jojo
Joanna/Johannah - Joan, Jody, Hannah
Joanne - Jo
Jocelyn - Joss
Jordan - Jor
Josephine - Jo, Joey, Josey, Josie, Fina
Joyce - Jo, Joy
Juanita - Nita, Nettie
Judith - Judy
Julia - Julie, Jill
Julianne - Jules
Juliet - Jules
Julieta - Julie
Juliette - Jules

Male Names Starting with "J"

Jackson - Jack
Jacob - Jake, Jay
Jacques - Jack
James - Jim, Jimmy, Jamie
Jason - Jase
Jasper - Joshua, Josh
Jedediah - Jed, Dyer
Jedidiah - Jed
Jefferson - Jeff, Sonny
Jeremiah - Jeremy, Jerry, Jereme
Jeremy - Jem, Jerry
John - Jack, Johnny, Johnnie
Johnathan - John, Johnny, Nathan
Joseph - Joey, Joe
Joshua - Josh, Jos
Josiah - Jos
Judson - Jud, Sonny
Julian - Jules
Julian/Julius/Julias - Jule

 

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