Below is the list of cities and towns in 🇧🇷 Brazil whose name begins with the letter J. You will also find some general information about each of them.
| Name | State | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Jaboatão dos Guararapes | Pernambuco | 707,000 |
| Jacareà | São Paulo | 235,000 |
| Jaguariúna | São Paulo | 58,000 |
| Jaraguá do Sul | Santa Catarina | 177,000 |
| Jaú | São Paulo | 151,000 |
| Jequié | Bahia | 151,000 |
| Jijoca de Jericoacoara | Ceará | 20,000 |
| Joinville | Santa Catarina | 597,000 |
| Juazeiro | Bahia | 218,000 |
| Juazeiro do Norte | Ceará | 276,000 |
| Juiz de Fora | Minas Gerais | 573,000 |
| Jundiaà | São Paulo | 423,000 |
Jaboatão dos Guararapes
Part of the Recife metropolitan area in Pernambuco, this city was named after the Guararapes hills where important battles against Dutch colonizers took place. It’s known for its historical significance in Brazil’s independence and its beautiful beaches. The city is an important industrial center in the Northeast region.
JacareÃ
Located in the ParaÃba Valley of São Paulo state, JacareÃ’s name comes from Tupi meaning “river of alligators.” The city is an important industrial center, particularly in the automotive and chemical sectors, and sits along the important São Paulo-Rio de Janeiro axis.
Jaguariúna
A city in São Paulo state, Jaguariúna’s name combines “jaguar” with the Tupi word “una” meaning black. The city is known for its preserved steam train tourism and hosts major technology companies, including AmBev’s largest factory in Latin America.
Jaraguá do Sul
Located in Santa Catarina, the city’s name comes from Tupi meaning “lord of the valley.” It’s known for its strong German heritage and is one of Brazil’s major textile and industrial centers, home to companies like WEG and Malwee.
Jaú
A city in São Paulo state, Jaú’s name comes from a type of fish found in local rivers. The city was historically known as the “Shoe Capital” due to its strong footwear industry, though it has diversified its economy in recent years.
Jequié
Located in Bahia, Jequié’s name comes from indigenous language meaning “river of piranhas.” The city is an important commercial center in southern Bahia and is known for its strategic location at the intersection of several important highways.
Jijoca de Jericoacoara
Home to the famous Jericoacoara Beach, this municipality in Ceará contains one of Brazil’s most popular tourist destinations. The name Jericoacoara comes from Tupi meaning “house of turtles.” The area is known for its stunning sand dunes, pristine beaches, and wind sports.
Joinville
The largest city in Santa Catarina, Joinville was named after François d’Orléans, Prince of Joinville. Known as the “City of Flowers” and “City of Dance,” it hosts the only dance school-theater in Brazil and the largest dance festival in the world. It’s also Santa Catarina’s major industrial center.
Juazeiro
Located on the São Francisco River in Bahia, Juazeiro forms a conurbation with Petrolina, Pernambuco. The name comes from the juazeiro tree, common in the region. The city is a major fruit-producing center, particularly grapes and mangoes for export.
Juazeiro do Norte
Located in Ceará, this city is one of Brazil’s major religious pilgrimage sites, associated with Padre CÃcero, a revered religious figure. The name also comes from the juazeiro tree. It’s the economic center of southern Ceará and a major religious tourism destination.
Juiz de Fora
A major city in Minas Gerais, its name literally means “outside judge,” referring to a magistrate who settled in the region. The city is an important industrial and educational center, home to a major federal university. It was one of the first Brazilian cities to have electricity and is known for its cultural life.
JundiaÃ
Located in São Paulo state, JundiaÃ’s name comes from Tupi meaning “river of fish.” The city is known for its grape production and wine industry. It’s an important industrial and logistics center due to its strategic location between São Paulo and Campinas, and is known for its high quality of life.
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