Jairus

JAY-rus; JIE-rus

Greek, Hebrew

"God enlightens"

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.

Jairus Popularity

• 1588 Nameberry 2020

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Famous People Named Jairus

• Jairus father of Zealot, Simon, who distinguished himself in fighting in the 1st Jewish,Roman War
• Jairus Kersey American singer and YouTuber of alternative rock band Alive Like Me