Jafeth
Jafeth is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,178 in the US, popular nicknames include Jaf, Jay, and Jafie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jafeth first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 245 babies have been named Jafeth in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jafeth is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,178 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,178
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Jafeth
Jafeth is a boy name .
Jafeth is currently ranked #7,178 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jafeth include Jaf, Jay, Jafie, and Jafeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jafeth include Jafet . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis