Jaffa - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Jaffa \j(af)-

is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "beautiful". Also a place name: an ancient city that was the port for Tel Aviv. Famous in modern times for its oranges.

Jaffa has 2 variant forms: Jafit and Joppa.

For more information, see also the related name Yaffa.

Baby names that sound like Jaffa are Yaffah, Afua, Efua, Afia, Effy, Effi and Wava.

Jaffa is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl name Jaffa. Compare Jaffa with its variant forms and related girl names.