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20 Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With J

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Johanna	Girl	God is gracious
Judith	Girl	Woman from Judea; Jewish woman; Praised
Juni	Girl	Born in June; Young; Lovable
Josefine	Girl	God will add
Janina	Girl	God is Gracious
Jolin	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; He will add
Jessika	Girl	To behold
Jonna	Girl	God is gracious; God has given
Jonina	Girl	Dove
Jelina	Girl	Deer; Fir tree; From above; Torch; Corposant

Jennika	Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Jora	Unisex	Chief; King; Wild boar; Rain; He teaches
Jackline	Unisex	Supplanter; May God protect
Joline	Girl	God is gracious; Pretty; God will add
Judit	Girl	Praised; Woman from Judea
Jemina	Girl	Right-handed individual; Dove; Daytime
Julia	Girl	Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary
Jannicke	Girl	Gracious God
Jeanette	Unisex	God is gracious
Jois	Girl	Charm; Bless; Liveliness; Yahweh is gracious; Judge

Infographic: Awesome Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With J

When it comes to naming your precious baby, the possibilities are endless. The right name is out there, whether you're influenced by culture, language, or just a favorite letter. This infographic features delightful Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With J. Look through and choose the name that feels perfect. You can also share this resource with other parents on their naming journey.

Swedish Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With J(infographic)

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