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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: The earth, world; Son of Japheth

Tubal is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that means "the earth" or "the world." It is the name of Japheth's son in Genesis 10, giving this name traditional and religious connotations. It also appears in William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. In the play, Tubal is one of Shylock's friends, giving the name distinct literary appeal.