What are some Hebrew unisex names inspired by the Bible?

Some Hebrew unisex names inspired by the Bible include Anah, meaning ‘answer’ in Hebrew. Another example is Gomer, meaning ‘complete’ in Hebrew, which is the name of Noah’s grandson in the Old Testament. The biblical Hebrew name Machlah, a form of Mahlah, is also associated with the Old Testament.

What are some Hebrew unisex names with historical significance?

Noam, meaning ‘pleasantness’ in French and Hebrew, is associated with Noam Chomsky, a renowned American linguist and philosopher. He is widely known as the ‘father of modern linguistics.’

What are some Hebrew unisex names that are easy to pronounce globally?

Some Hebrew unisex names that are easy to pronounce globally include Ariel, pronounced as ‘ah-ree-EL, which is familiar and easy to say in many languages. Another example is Gal, which can be pronounced as ‘gahl.’ The Hebrew and French name Noam can also be pronounced easily as ‘Nom.’

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157 Hebrew Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Jordan	Boy	To descend; To flow down
Jasper	Boy	One who brings treasure; Treasurer
Jaiden	Boy	Thankful one; God will judge
Jamie	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Jaime	Boy	Supplanter; One who follows; Holder of the heel
Jalen	Boy	Supplanter; Brave lion
Jessie	Girl	To behold; God is gracious; Gift
Jada	Girl	Gift; Precious stone; Jade; He knows
Javion	Boy	Greece; Noah's grandson; Young
Joey	Boy	God will increase; God will add; God is gracious

Javon	Boy	Greece; Eternal
Jakobe	Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Jacey	Girl	Hyacinth flower; The moon; Jay; God is gracious
Joan	Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Jordyn	Boy	Flow down; Descend
Jackie	Girl	God is gracious; Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Jaydan	Boy	God will judge; Thankful
Jaylan	Boy	To rejoice; Calm; Healer; Jaybird
Jayme	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Josey	Girl	He will add; Jehovah increases

Jan	Boy	God is gracious
Jansen	Boy	Son of Jens; God has been gracious
Joie	Girl	Rejoicing; God is gracious; God will add
Jaire	Unisex	He enlightens; Jehovah enlightens
Joann	Girl	God is gracious
Javan	Boy	Greek tribe Ionian; Noah's grandson; Young
Jahziel	Unisex	God is my maker; God apportions
Joniel	Unisex	He will add; God is my judge; God is my strong man
Jariah	Girl	Taught by Yahweh
Jaziah	Unisex	God's gift

Jeyden	Boy	Thankful; He will judge
Jireh	Unisex	The Lord sees; The Lord will provide
Jaythan	Unisex	Modern and unique
Johnnie	Girl	God is gracious
Jaymie	Girl	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Jaidan	Boy	Thankful; He will judge
Jacy	Boy	Gift; Moon; Yahweh is gracious; Creator of plant life
Jo	Girl	God is gracious; He will add
Jordin	Boy	Flowing; Descending
Jaelah	Unisex	Strength; Determination

Joriel	Unisex	God is my light; Lord is my light
Jamey	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Jacque	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Janoah	Unisex	Gift from God
Jae	Girl	Talent; Wealth; Supplanter; Healer
Jahkai	Unisex	Gift of God; To light; Ablaze
Jusiah	Unisex	God is my salvation
Joss	Boy	A member of the Gauts tribe; Joyful; He will add
Jania	Girl	God is gracious; Soul; The burning of the world; Defending men
Jacobie	Unisex	Supplanter; One who follows

Jaimie	Boy	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Jaja	Boy	God's gift; From Lydia; Yahweh is gracious; Fragrant flower
Jaydeen	Unisex	God is gracious
Janyah	Unisex	God is gracious
Jamen	Unisex	Right-hand son
Judea	Boy	Praise; To be praised; Thanksgiving; Land of the Jews
Jaelin	Unisex	Most precious; God may protect
Jones	Girl	Son of John; Yahweh is gracious
Josi	Unisex	God will increase
Joshia	Unisex	God is salvation

Joh	Boy	God is gracious
Johnie	Boy	God is gracious
Jayke	Boy	Supplanter; The faith that Yahweh must protect
Jordani	Unisex	To flow down
Jesselle	Unisex	Graceful; Unique; Joyful
Jazariah	Unisex	Exalted by God
Jani	Boy	God is gracious; Woman
Jesson	Unisex	Strong-willed and determined
Jaxie	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; May God protect
Jomarie	Girl	God will increase; Beloved; God is gracious

Jacquie	Girl	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Jud	Boy	To flow; Descend; Praised; Generous
Jaryn	Boy	A cry of joy
Jayco	Unisex	Unique and modern
Jb	Unisex	Benevolent
Jaiah	Unisex	God is my salvation
Jezlyn	Unisex	Creative; Independent; Determined
Jc	Girl	Blessed; Prestigious; God is salvation
Jara	Girl	Seagulls; Rockrose; To set free; Helmeted warrior; Mother; Spring
Jenin	Unisex	Spring of gardens; Name of a city in Palestine

Jyn	Unisex	Gold; Compassionate; God's grace; Live; Victory
Jaiel	Unisex	Victorious warrior; God is my strength
Jaki	Unisex	Fierce and independent
Jammie	Boy	He who supplants
Jodan	Unisex	Descend; Flow down
Jonnie	Boy	Yahweh has given; God is gracious; Dove
Jahdai	Unisex	God has answered
Jemiah	Unisex	Strength; Determination; Leadership
Jami	Girl	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; Will helmet
Jahan	Girl	Universe; World; Yahweh is gracious

Jordie	Girl	Down-flowing
Jodee	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; He will add
Jabel	Unisex	Mountain dweller or inhabitant of a high place
Jame	Boy	Supplanter
Jazer	Unisex	Victorious; Strong; Determined
Joa	Unisex	Fluvial; Torrents; God will establish; God is gracious
Jann	Boy	God is gracious
Jaun	Boy	A plant name; Lord; God is gracious
Jirah	Unisex	The Lord will provide
Jiyah	Unisex	Joyful and spirited

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Infographic: Attractive Hebrew Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J

Hebrew Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Hebrew Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J(infographic)

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