Jairus
JAY-rus; JIE-rus
Greek, Hebrew
"God enlightens"
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Jairus Origin and Meaning
The name Jairus is a boy's name meaning "God enlightens".
The Greek form of the Hebrew Jair, Jairus appears in the Bible as the father of a girl resurrected by Jesus. Though it is the original, its Spanish variation Jairo is more popular.
Popularity of the name Jairus
- 1588Nameberry2020
Famous People Named Jairus
- Jairusfather of Zealot, Simon, who distinguished himself in fighting in the 1st Jewish,Roman War
- Jairus KerseyAmerican singer and YouTuber of alternative rock band Alive Like Me