Jafet
boy name#2765 in 2025Jafet entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #1960 in 2001, ranks #2765 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
#2765
rank today
#1960
peak (2001)
46
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5122 |
| 1990s | #4525 |
| 2000s | #2262 |
| 2010s | #2698 |
| 2020s | #2831 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jafet has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Jafet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jafet alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jafet in 2025?
- Jafet ranks #2765 among US boy names in 2025, with 46 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jafet most popular?
- Jafet peaked in 2001, reaching #1960 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jafet with classmates?
- Jafet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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