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At a Glance
- Meaning
- He gives light / he shines
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- JAY-er
Jair is a Hebrew name meaning "he gives light" or "he shines," pronounced JAY-er. It's short, easy to say, and carries a bright meaning you can share with your child someday.
Meaning & Origin of Jair
Meaning: He gives light / he shines.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Jair
JAY-erIPA /ˈdʒeɪər/
Popularity of Jair
Jair peaked at #506 in 2003, when 480 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had moved to #1170 with 177 babies, so it's a far less common name now than it was twenty years ago.
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FAQ
What does the name Jair mean?
He gives light / he shines. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jair?
Jair is pronounced JAY-er (IPA: /ˈdʒeɪər/).
Is Jair a popular name right now?
Jair peaked at #506 in 2003 and is ranked #1170 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)
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