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Jair Meaning

    

What does Jair mean?

The name Jair is of Hebrew origin.

The meaning of Jair is "he shines, G-d enlightens".

Jair is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 4 letters and 1 syllable and is pronounced Jair.

The Given Name Jair

Embraced by many parents, the name Jair, is one of warmth and greatness.

This great little boy name has a natural timelessness.

Jair is unique yet compelling due to its refined and delightful nature.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Jair Pereira.

Jair Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 1,029 in baby name popularity for boys with 198 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 1,090 in baby name popularity for boys with 179 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

The trend's your friend. See how Jair has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Jair Name Popularity Page.

Jair Related Names

Variants of the name Jair include Jairo.

The names Jaira, Jairus, Jaisa, Yahir, Yair are all forms of Jair.

Famous Jairs

  • Jair ~ Biblical Character (1 Chr. 2:22, 2 Sam. 21:19, Est. 2:5, Judg. 10:3)
  • Jair Pereira ~ Soccer Player

Jair Numerology

Want to know how your name choice may effect your child?

Then take a look at the Numerological Report For Jair.

It may give you some insight about your new baby.

Children named Jair are often adored and visible but most of all they are read more >>

Jair Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Jair in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Jair.

Just for fun, see the name Jair in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Jair in Nautical Flags page.