Jairus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jairus originates from Hebrew, meaning 'he will enlighten' or 'he will shine.' It evolved through various forms, including Yair and the Latinized Jairus. The name is linked to a biblical figure who sought healing for his daughter, contributing to its historical significance. It reflects traits of enlightenment and hope. While it is not widely used today, it carries positive connotations from its biblical heritage.
The name Jairus is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jairus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Jairus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5793rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3700th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1612th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1882nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2341st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jairus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jairus"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒaɪərəs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jairus comes from the Hebrew name יָאִיר (Yair), which means 'he will enlighten' or 'he will shine.'
Meaning
he will enlighten, he will shine
Language Evolution
Yair (Hebrew), Jairus (Latinized form), Jairus (English)
Biblical Background
Jairus is a biblical figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospels of Mark, Matthew, and Luke. He was a synagogue leader who sought Jesus to heal his daughter.
Historical Usage
The name Jairus has been used since ancient times, particularly in Jewish culture due to its biblical connections. In Christian contexts, it gained popularity during the Renaissance period as biblical names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Yair, Jair, Jairus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Jairus is relatively uncommon but is sometimes viewed positively due to its biblical associations and meaning of enlightenment.
Famous People
Jairus in the Bible (Gospel of Mark, Matthew, and Luke), Jairus K. E. S. K. (fictional character in literature)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jairus"
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 "Jairus"
"Jairus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5793rd of 7552 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3700th of 10718 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1612th of 16616 | 766 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1882nd of 24088 | 1,083 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2341st of 23106 | 693 |
Regional Popularity of "Jairus" 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) |
50.39% 1857th/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
26.68% 1386th/5194 |
40.62% 2566th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.20% 3079th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
22.08% 1615th/7313 |
30.05% 2243rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
62.40% 2800th/4487 |
35.96% 2453rd/6822 |
41.81% 2624th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jairus" 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 "Jairus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jairus" 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.