How Many People Are Named Jairus?
Complete statistics for the name Jairus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Jairus is a very rare male name, with only 1 in 126,166 Americans bearing it today, totaling around 2,616 people. The majority of those named Jairus are under 30, giving it a modern feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing and caring nature.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 24All 2,691 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2015Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Jairus Through the Generations
With a total of 2,691 births recorded in the United States since records began, Jairus has seen its peak popularity in recent years, particularly in 2015 when there were 83 births. Today, the name's bearers span across different age groups, but the bulk of them, about 66%, are under 30, indicating that Jairus is a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Jairus's Aramaic roots
📄 About the Name Jairus
How Many People Have the Name Jairus?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,616 people in the United States currently share the name Jairus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 126,166 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Jairus a Common or Rare Name?
Jairus is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Jairus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Jairus Most Popular?
The name Jairus reached peak popularity in 2015, with 83 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Jairus?
Approximately 2,616 people named Jairus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,691. That works out to roughly 1 in 126,166 Americans.
Is Jairus a rare name?
Jairus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 126,166 Americans has this name.
What does the name Jairus mean?
The meaning and origin of Jairus are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Jairus more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Jairus are male and 0% are female.
When was Jairus most popular?
Jairus peaked in 2015 with 83 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.