Jefte

Meaning of Jefte

Jefte is a male name with origins in Hebrew. It is derived from the biblical figure Jephthah, who was a judge of Israel. This unique name has gained popularity in recent years and can be found in various parts of the world. In Spanish, it is pronounced as HEF-teh, while in English it is pronounced as JEFF-tee. Despite its relative rarity, Jefte has been steadily increasing in popularity among parents in the United States. According to data from the Social Security Administration, there were 6 occurrences of the name Jefte in 2018 and it ranked 10,750th in terms of popularity. The name also has variations such as Jephthah which further adds to its versatility and appeal.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as HEF-teh (/ˈxef.te/)

English

• Pronunced as JEFF-tee (/ˈdʒɛf.ti/)

• Jeffery
• Jeffrey
• Jett
• Jephthah
• Jethro
• Jefry
• Jeferson