Japhet
boy name#7194 in 2025Japhet entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #5355 in 1979, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
#7194
rank today
#5355
peak (1979)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5355 |
| 1980s | #6322 |
| 1990s | #8713 |
| 2000s | #7224 |
| 2010s | #8656 |
| 2020s | #9216 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Japhet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Japhet alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Japhet in 2025?
- Japhet ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Japhet most popular?
- Japhet peaked in 1979, reaching #5355 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Japhet with classmates?
- Japhet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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