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Jephtha Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "jephtha" is "he will open", and is used often for "boys".

Name
jephtha
Meaning
he will open
Pronunciation
jef-thuh
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Jephtha Name Details

Jephtha is a biblical name that appears in the Old Testament. In the Book of Judges, Jephtha was a judge of Israel who made a vow to God that if he was victorious in battle, he would sacrifice the first thing that came out of his house to greet him upon his return. Unfortunately, his daughter was the first to come out, and he fulfilled his vow by offering her as a burnt offering. Jephtha is considered a rare and unique name with a strong historical background.

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