Jaire Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaire is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'to enlighten' or 'to shine'. It evolved from Yair, reflecting a path through biblical narratives. The name is associated with traits of brightness and leadership and has gained traction in modern naming trends, particularly among those valuing biblical significance.
The name Jaire is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaire has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jaire' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5150th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2091st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20971st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jaire' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaire"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒaɪ.əˌreɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jaire derives from the Hebrew name Yair, meaning 'he enlightens' or 'he will shine'. It appears in the Hebrew Bible.
Meaning
to enlighten, to shine
Language Evolution
Yair (Hebrew), Jaire (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Jaire is mentioned in the Bible as a judge of Israel, known for his leadership and as a descendant of Manasseh.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Jewish communities and among those interested in biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jair, Yair
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaire is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with brightness and leadership qualities.
Famous People
Jaire Alexander, an American football player, Jaireh, a noted figure in various cultural stories
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaire"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jaire"
"Jaire" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5150th of 24088 | 250 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2091st of 23106 | 824 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20971st of 35406 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaire" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
62.19% 2783rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.11% 1638th/3984 |
49.70% 2230th/4487 |
24.93% 1701st/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaire" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaire"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaire" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.