Jairus

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Jairus means "he enlightens" or "he shines".
Popularity
Jairus is not a very common name, and its popularity has remained relatively low throughout the years.

cartoon of the name Jairus
Cartoon of Jairus

Jairus Name meanings & History

Jairus means "he enlightens" or "he shines". From Ἰάϊρος (Iairos), the Greek form of Jair used in the New Testament, where it belongs to the father of a young girl brought back to life by Jesus. Jairus is primarily used as a first name for baby boys.

Zodiac Sign of Jairus: Justice Sagittarius,Joy Pisces

Synonyms of Jairus:

J: Journey,Justice,Joy,Judicial,Journal,Jester

A: Argumentative,Angry,Assertive,Aggressive,Action,Ambitious

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

R: Rational,Restless,Resourceful,Reason

U: Unity,Utopia,Understanding,Undermining,Universality

S: Security,Social Standing,Status,Sex,Solidity,Success,Sensuality

Jairus is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Formal name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name

2.) JAIRUS (Male)

Usage: Biblical

Meanings: Borne by the ruler of the synagogue at Capernaum, whose only daughter was restored to life by Jesus. (MARK 5) (JAY-RUSS)


3.) Jairus (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: (American) a form of Jairo.


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