Yaphett
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Yaphett first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 5 babies have been named Yaphett in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yaphett is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,913 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,913
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Yaphett
Yaphett is a boy name .
Yaphett is currently ranked #27,913 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yaphett include Yap, Yaph, Yaphy, Yaphie, Ett, Etty, Ettie, Yay, Yaie, and Yapkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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