Jaibir
A masculine name from Persian meaning "one who conquers".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jaibir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaibir today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaibir births was 2017 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaibir. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jaibir. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2017
5 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2017 SSA rank
#13,070
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Jaibir: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaibir by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jaibir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaibir
The given name Jaibir has its origins in the Sanskrit language, tracing back to ancient India. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit words "jai" meaning "victory" and "bir" meaning "brave" or "courageous." The combination of these two words suggests a name that conveys the meaning of "victorious hero" or "brave conqueror."
The earliest recorded use of the name Jaibir can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and literary works from the Indian subcontinent. It is likely that the name was initially popularized among the warrior class or nobility in various kingdoms and empires that flourished during the classical and medieval periods of Indian history.
One of the earliest notable figures bearing the name Jaibir was Jaibir Singh I, a 16th-century ruler of the state of Jaipur in present-day Rajasthan, India. He was a renowned warrior and statesman who played a pivotal role in the expansion and consolidation of the Kachhwaha dynasty during his reign from 1551 to 1598.
Another historical figure associated with the name Jaibir was Jaibir Singh II, who ruled the princely state of Jaipur from 1699 to 1743. He was known for his patronage of the arts and architecture, commissioning the construction of several magnificent palaces, gardens, and temples that still stand as testament to his legacy.
In the realm of literature, Jaibir Bhatta was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 17th century. He authored several influential works on grammar, poetry, and philosophy, contributing significantly to the preservation and advancement of Sanskrit literature during his time.
Moving forward in history, Jaibir Puri was an Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was deeply inspired by the ideals of Bhagat Singh and played a crucial role in the non-violent resistance movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.
Another notable figure was Jaibir Singh Hooda, an Indian military officer who served as the Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army from 2016 to 2019. He had a distinguished career spanning over four decades, during which he participated in several military operations and received numerous honors for his service and leadership.
While the name Jaibir has its roots in ancient India and has been borne by numerous historical figures, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among communities with Indian ancestry or cultural ties. The name continues to be cherished for its strong historical connections and its symbolic representation of bravery and victory.
People
Jaibir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaibir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaibir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaibir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaibir going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jaibir a common name?
We classify Jaibir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaibir most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaibir was 2017, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaibir is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jaibir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaibir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaibir in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jaibir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaibir in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jaibir can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Jaibir?
See how many people have the name Jaibir on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.