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The name Jair is of Hebrew origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Jair is often linked to the number 2.
Jair Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Jair mean? What is the meaning of the name Jair
Meaning of Jair: Name Jair in the Hebrew origin, means He who shines. Name Jair is of Hebrew origin and is a Boy name. People with name Jair are usually Christianity by religion.
Name
Jair
Meaning
He who shines
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 4 characters
Spell
J-A-I-R
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
2
Indian Vedic Numerology
5
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- Jair Pereira
Jair Pereira Rodríguez (born July 7, 1986, in Cuautla, Morelos) is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a defender for Liga MX team Querétaro FC.
- Jairzinho
Jair Ventura Filho (born 25 December 1944), better known as Jairzinho (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒaˌiʁˈzĩɲu]), is a retired Brazilian footballer.
- Jair Oliveira
Jair Rodrigues M. Oliveira (Jairzinho Oliveira, born March 17, 1975 in São Paulo, São Paulo) is a Brazilian composer, singer and producer.
- Jair Jurrjens
Jair Francoise Jurrjens ( JY-ər JUR-jənz; born January 29, 1986) is a Curaçaoan professional baseball pitcher for the Algodoneros de Unión Laguna of the Mexican League.
- Jair García
Jair García Gamboa (born 25 October 1978) is a Mexican retired footballer who played as a forward.
- Jair da Costa
Jair da Costa ([ʒa.ˈiʁ da ˈkɔs.ta]; born 9 July 1940) is a former Brazilian footballer who played as a right winger.
- Jair Rosa
Jair Rosa (full name Jair Rosa Pereyra, born November 6, 1975 in Montevideo) is a former Uruguayan footballer.
- Jair (footballer, born 1988)
Jair Eduardo Britto da Silva (born 10 June 1988), simply known as Jair, is a Brazilian football player.
- Jair Nunes
Jair Nunes do Espírito Santo also known as Jair (born 15 September 1994) is a Santomean international footballer who plays for CD Cruz as a midfielder.
- Jair Pereira (football manager)
- Jair Amador
Jair Amador Silos (born 21 August 1989), simply known as Jair, is a Portuguese footballer who plays for Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv FC as a central defender.
- Jair Ventura
Jair Zaksauskas Ribeiro Ventura (born 19 March 1979), known as Jair Ventura, is a Brazilian retired footballer who played as a forward, and is a manager.
- Jair (footballer, born 1994)
Jair Tavares da Silva (born 3 August 1994), commonly known as Jair, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ilves.
- Jairzinho Rozenstruik
Jairzinho Rozenstruik (pronounced as Rosenstruyck; born 17 March 1988) is a Surinamese mixed martial artist and kickboxer.
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Jair - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Jair is Uttara Ashadha. The Nakshatra Uttara Ashadha of the name Jair is connected to the deity Vishvadevas (Universal Gods), and is ruled by the Sun. The symbol for Jair is Elephant tusk, and it is characterized by Victory, Strength. This name is connected to the element Earth and embodies the Goal-oriented, Noble.| name | Uttara Āṣāḍhā |
|---|---|
| Deity | Vishvadevas (Universal Gods) |
| Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Symbol | Elephant tusk |
| Primary Quality | Victory, Strength |
| Element | Earth |
| Nature | Goal-oriented, Noble |
Numerology of Jair
Numerology for Jair - Number 2 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Jair Numerology: Name Jair has a number value of 2 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 2 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 5 |
| Motivation Number | 1 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 2 |
| Inner Dream Number | 1 |
| Soul Urge Number | 1 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 1 |
| Personality Number | 1 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Jair
Syllables in Jair Name
How many syllables in baby name Jair? Jair has 1 syllables. The name "Jair" can be divided into 1 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Jair? | 1 (jair) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 4 (j, a, i, r) |
| Jair backwards: | riaj |
| Jair sorted alphabetically: | aijr |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | J-A-I-R |
| Pronunciation |
Name Jair is combinations of, 1 occurance of J, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of R.
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Birthday Wishes for Jair
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Jair
Jair's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Jair on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Jair! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Jair, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Jair! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Jair
What is the meaning of Jair?
Name Jair means He who shines as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Jair Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Jair?
Name Jair has numerology 5 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Jair?
Numerology number of Jair is 5 (Vedic) and 2 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Jair?
The lucky number of name Jair is 5 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Jair name?
The name Jair has 4 letters. The name Jair consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Jair?
Name Jair belongs to Uttara Ashadha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Jair come from?
Jair is a Hebrew name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Jair?
The name Jair is of Hebrew origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Jair mean?
Name Jair means He who shines as per The ParentZ
What does the name Jair mean?
Jair is of Hebrew origin and means He who shines as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Jair?
Jair means He who shines and is a Hebrew name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Jair consists of 4 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Jair! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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