Jahaire is a unique and distinctive given name, of African origin, particularly from West Africa. It is derived from the combination of two elements: 'Jaha', meaning 'life' in some West African languages, and 'ire', which signifies 'one who brings'. Therefore, Jahaire can be interpreted as 'one who brings life'.
This name has gained popularity in recent years, likely due to its appealing sound and meaningful origin. It is often associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the global influence of African culture and traditions.
Jahaire is typically pronounced /jəˈhɑːiər/ in English-speaking countries, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The spelling 'Jahair' is sometimes used interchangeably, but 'Jahaire' appears to be more common.
In terms of popularity, Jahaire has not yet made it into the top 1000 names for boys in many Western countries. However, its unique sound and meaning may contribute to its growing appeal among parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
The name Jahaire has seen varied popularity over the past decade and a half, with fluctuations in its usage each year. From 7 births in both 2009 and 2010, it experienced a dip to just 5 births in 2011 before another rise to 9 births in 2014. After 2016, the name's popularity seemed to stabilize around an average of 5-6 births per year until 2020, when there was a significant spike with 12 births. This high trend continued into 2021 and 2022 with 8 and 9 births respectively. The most recent year, 2023, saw an even higher peak with 16 births. Overall, the name Jahaire has been given to a total of 95 babies across these years.