Jayaviravarman
| Preceded by Udayadityavarman I 1001 – 1002 |
Jayaviravarman Emperor of Angkor 1002 – 1010 |
Succeeded by Suryavarman I 1002 – 1050 |
| Religion: | Hindu (Shaivite) |
| Monuments: | — |
| Relatives: | Maternal nephew of Jayavarman V Brother of Udayadityavarman I |
Little is known about Jayaviravarman. He probably overthrew his brother Udayadityavarman I, who had only ruled for a few months, and ruled from Yashodharapura (Angkor). His rule was contested from the north by the usurper Suryavarman I, who finally prevailed in 1010 CE.
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