A name from Scripture
Jairus
JAY-rus
Meaning
He will enlighten; God enlightens
Hebrew/Greek origin · Boy · First in Matthew
What it points to
Jairus models faith that pushes past bad news — even when told it's too late, he trusted that Jesus could still act.
Verses · King James Version
“And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus' feet, and besought him that he would come into his house.”
Luke 8:41-42
“As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe.”
Mark 5:36