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Zephan
Zephan Pronunciation
Zephan is pronounced ZEF-ən /ˈzɛf.ən/High
Meaning: Short form of Zephaniah — from Hebrew Tzefanyah, 'the Lord has hidden/protected; treasured by Yahweh'Medium
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History & Origin
Zephan is a short form of Zephaniah — from Hebrew Tzefanyah, 'the Lord has hidden/protected; treasured by Yahweh' (a minor prophet). A devout, crisp, modern name (with a gentle 'zephyr'-breeze echo); the short form personalizes it.
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-Lord-has-treasured at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Zephan?
Zephan is pronounced ZEF-ən (/ˈzɛf.ən/). Press play above to hear Zephan said aloud.
How do you say Zephan?
Zephan is said ZEF-ən (/ˈzɛf.ən/). Press play above to hear Zephan said aloud.
What does the name Zephan mean?
Zephan shortens Zephaniah — Hebrew 'the Lord has hidden/protected; treasured by Yahweh'.
Is Zephan a boy or girl name?
Zephan is a boy's name.
How popular is Zephan?
Zephan is a rare name in the U.S.