Jafet Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-fet / /ˈjæfɛt/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: He will be opened; Spanish: Variant of Jafet
Historical & Cultural Background
Jafet is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical figure Japheth, one of Noah's sons. In the Bible, Japheth is noted for being the ancestor of many nations. The name has also been adopted in various cultures, including Spanish-speaking countries, where it appears as Jafet. Its usage has remained relatively consistent over the years, reflecting its biblical roots.
Trend Summary
The name Jafet has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jafeth
- Jafit
International Variants
- Jafet (Spanish)
- Japheth (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jafet was first seen in the United States in 1986. Jafet has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Jafet has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jafet (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 55 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 61 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 68 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2024 | 46 |