The baby name Tophet is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "TOH-fet".
Tophet is Hebrew in Origin.
Tophet is a name with a Hebrew origin, meaning "place of burning" or "place of drums". It is derived from the Hebrew word "Toph", which means "drum". In ancient times, Tophet was a place in the valley of Hinnom near Jerusalem, where children were sacrificed to the god Moloch. The name Tophet is mentioned in the Bible in the book of Jeremiah, where it is described as a place of punishment and destruction.
The name Tophet is not commonly used as a given name for children. It is more commonly used as a place name or a surname. The pronunciation of Tophet is "TOH-fet". The name is gender-neutral, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The components of the name Tophet are "toph", which means "drum" and "et", which is a suffix that means "place of".
The history and meaning of the name Tophet are quite dark and disturbing, as it is associated with child sacrifice and punishment. However, the name has also been used in literature and art as a symbol of destruction and chaos. Despite its negative connotations, Tophet remains an interesting and unique name with a rich history and meaning.