Hidden by God
Zephan is a shortened form of the Hebrew name Zephaniah, meaning 'Yahweh has hidden' or 'treasured by God.' In a biblical context, it suggests divine protection or being kept safe by the Creator. It is a rare, modern-sounding alternative to more traditional Old Testament names.
Less common today
Zephan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,566 in 2011.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series 'Legacy of Kain' · Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver
