Japhet

Hebrew

"expansion"

Japhet Origin and Meaning

The name Japhet is a boy's name.

Japhet is a masculine name with biblical origins, appearing in the Old Testament as one of Noah's three sons (alongside Shem and Ham). The name derives from Hebrew, with possible meanings including 'enlarged,' 'beautiful,' or 'may God enlarge.' In biblical tradition, Japhet's descendants were said to have populated the coastlands and European regions. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, the name maintains usage particularly in religious communities and has variants including Japheth and Yafet. The name carries historical gravitas and religious significance while offering a distinctive alternative to more common biblical names. Japhet combines ancient heritage with a relatively accessible pronunciation. In some African countries, particularly in East Africa, the name enjoys more widespread use, often associated with qualities of expansion and growth.

Famous People Named Japhet

• Japhet Asher English film & TV producer

The name Japhet in Pop Culture

• Japhet character from the game "OFF"
• https://elderscrolls.fandom.com/wiki/Japhet Character/ place name in the video game Skyrim Elder Scrolls