NAME PROFILE
Yair
Yair is a Hebrew name meaning 'he will enlighten' or 'to illuminate.' It carries a sense of brightness and positivity, often associated with a person who brings clarity and insight to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,042 |
| Gender | Male (72% / 28%) |
| Peak year | 2006 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1982 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 26%NY — 22%TX — 21%IL — 17%FL — 14%
Notable People
Yair Lapid (Israeli politician, former Prime Minister) · Yair Rodriguez (Mexican mixed martial artist) · Yair Cohen (Israeli philosopher) · Yair Ziv (Israeli scientist) · Yair Shalev (Israeli author)
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