Jairus Name Meaning & Origin
Jairus
Pronunciation: JAY-ruws, JIY-ruws (key)
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The Greek form of the name Jair, meaning in Hebrew "Yahweh will enlighten". In the New Testament Jairus was the father of a young girl brought back to life by Jesus.
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Jairus Byrd, American football safety for the Buffalo Bills.
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