US Popularity:19884
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.

Jaira Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jaira is currently #4086 on The Bump
Boy:Jaira is currently #2734 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jaira is currently #19884 in U.S. births
Girl:Jaira is currently #19698 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#19698
in 2022
+ 7005
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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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