Yafet
Boy nameYafet has been given to 440 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2016. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Yafet.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
440
Peak year
2016 (28 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
▼ -52%
Gender split
All boys
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Sibling name ideas for Yafet
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FAQ
How popular is the name Yafet?
Yafet has been given to 440 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Yafet peak?
Yafet peaked in 2016, when 28 babies were given the name.
Is Yafet a girl or boy name?
Yafet is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Yafet are boys).
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