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Yaphet

"He shall enlarge; from Hebrew meaning wide or broad, variant of Japheth."

About the Name Yaphet

Meaning

He shall enlarge; from Hebrew meaning wide or broad, variant of Japheth.

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Y

Yaphet is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "He shall enlarge; from Hebrew meaning wide or broad, variant of Japheth." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with Y or explore other Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
#84
1970
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1980
#27
1990
#76
2000
#68
2010
#11
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Yaphet

  • YK Yaphet Kotto (actor)

Names Similar to Yaphet

Japheth

Boy

Hebrew name meaning 'he shall enlarge' or 'God will enlarge.' Son of Noah in the Bible, associated with expansion and growth.

Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
Y
Origin
Hebrew

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