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Jair(3)
Jair in the Bible — father of Mordecai (EST 2:5). Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “Jairus, my light; who diffuses light”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Jairproper name
- Hebrew
- יָאִ֣יר
- Transliteration
- yaiyr
- Meaning
- he gives light
- Greek
- Ιαϊρου
- Reference
- EST 2:5
- Strong's
- H2971
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jair in the Bible?
Jair is described in the Bible as father of Mordecai (EST 2:5).
What does the name Jair mean?
The name Jair means “Jairus, my light; who diffuses light” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.