Yaphet
ya-phet
Popularity:22251
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Beautiful, handsome; May he extend; Expand
Yaphet is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. A variant spelling of Japheth, it can translate to “beautiful” or “handsome.” Of course baby is going to be a gorgeous bundle of joy when they join your family, and this name can remind them of how their beauty radiates from the inside out. Yaphet can also translate to “may he extend” or “expand,” encouraging baby to see how much they can expand their mind and stretch their skills. If you’re looking for a name with a biblical connection, Yaphet is also connected to Japheth, one of the three sons of Noah. Whether you want to share your faith with baby or remind them of their best traits, Yaphet can make for a great start.
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