Jair Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHY-er / /ˈhaɪər/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: He will enlighten; Spanish: Variant of Jairo
Historical & Cultural Background
Jair is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Jewish communities. In the Bible, Jair was a judge of Israel mentioned in the Book of Judges. The name has also been adopted in Spanish-speaking cultures, where it is often seen as a variant of Jairo. The name has gained popularity in various regions over time.
Trend Summary
The name Jair has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly within Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jairo
International Variants
- Jairo (Spanish)
- Jairus (Latin)
Famous people named Jair
Jair Bolsonaro is a Brazilian politician who served as the President of Brazil.
Jair Rodriguez is a professional mixed martial artist known for his performances in the UFC.
Jair Pereira is a Brazilian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Jair
Jair is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role in the storyline.
Jair is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jair was first seen in the United States in 1971. Jair has ranked as high as #868 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jair has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jair (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 28 | |
| CA | 20 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 47 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 153 |
| 1997 | 97 |
| 1998 | 84 |
| 1999 | 104 |
| 2000 | 130 |
| 2001 | 237 |
| 2002 | 315 |
| 2003 | 480 |
| 2004 | 353 |
| 2005 | 314 |
| 2006 | 296 |
| 2007 | 281 |
| 2008 | 248 |
| 2009 | 280 |
| 2010 | 243 |
| 2011 | 251 |
| 2012 | 192 |
| 2013 | 264 |
| 2014 | 208 |
| 2015 | 199 |
| 2016 | 222 |
| 2017 | 179 |
| 2018 | 198 |
| 2019 | 214 |
| 2020 | 249 |
| 2021 | 238 |
| 2022 | 194 |
| 2023 | 207 |
| 2024 | 177 |