Jaira
ja(i)-ra
US Popularity:12639
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:He will light up; God enlightens
Baby will light up your world, so consider this brilliant choice! Jaira is a gender-neutral name that means “he will light up” or “God enlightens.” Jaira has both Spanish and Hebrew origins and is a beautiful alternative name to give baby. It is a respelling of the popular Spanish boy’s name Jairo, which in turn derives from the Hebrew Jair or Ya’ir. A great choice due to its connections to the Old Testament, Jaira will reaffirm your commitment to raising baby in faith.
How Popular Is The Name Jaira?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jaira is currently #4477 on The Bump
Boy:Jaira is currently #2516 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Jaira is currently #2979 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jaira is currently #12639 in U.S. births
Girl:Jaira is currently #7378 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#7378
in 2023
+ 4230
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 430, 565
Name Doctor, Jairo
Behind the Name, Jarius, May 2020
Behind the Name, Jair, June 2023
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