Japeth

Meaning of Japeth

Japeth is a male name with biblical origins. It is derived from the Hebrew name "Yepheth," which means "enlarged" or "may he add." In the Bible, Japeth was one of Noah's three sons and was believed to be the ancestor of several European tribes. This name is relatively rare in the United States, with only a few occurrences in recent years. However, it carries a sense of history and tradition that may appeal to parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their son. The pronunciation of Japeth is typically Jay-peth in English.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as JAY-peth (/dʒeɪˈpɛθ/)

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Notable People Named Japeth

Japeth Aguilar - Japeth Paul Cabrera Aguilar is a Filipino professional basketball player known for his time with Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) and his college career at Ateneo Blue Eagles and Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers.
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