The baby name Jairas is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "JYE-rus".
Jairas is Hebrew in Origin.
Jairas is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "he will enlighten." It is a variant of the name Jair, which appears in the Old Testament as the name of a judge of Israel. Jairas is a relatively uncommon name, and is not currently ranked in the top 1000 names for boys in the United States.
The gender of the name Jairas is male. It is pronounced JYE-ras, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two syllables, with the first syllable being pronounced like the word "jive" and the second syllable rhyming with "grass."
The name Jairas has a rich history and cultural significance. In the Bible, Jair was a judge of Israel who ruled for 22 years. He is described as a man of great wealth and influence, with 30 sons who rode on 30 donkeys. The name Jairas is a variant of Jair, and carries with it the same connotations of wisdom, leadership, and prosperity. While the name is not widely used today, it remains a meaningful choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their son.