Alcide
Alcide is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Strength or force, derived from the Greek word 'alke'.
Origin and history
Alcide is a French form of the Ancient Greek name Alcides, which was an alternate name for the mythic hero Heracles. Though historically used in French-speaking regions such as Louisiana, it remains a rare given name in the United States today. Recent birth records show only occasional usage for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,003 babies in the United States have been named Alcide since 1880. It ranks #3679 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1920.
States where it is most popular
- LA (70.3 %)
- MA (21.3 %)
- ME (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 55 |
| 1890-1900 | 43 |
| 1900-1910 | 48 |
| 1910-1920 | 220 |
| 1920-1930 | 248 |
| 1930-1940 | 132 |
| 1940-1950 | 114 |
| 1950-1960 | 58 |
| 1960-1970 | 22 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 13 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 27 |
| 2020-2029 | 7 |
Famous people named Alcide
- Alcide De Gasperi: Prime Minister, Politician
- Alcide Herveaux: Fictional character
Fun facts
- Alcides was the birth name of Heracles (Hercules) in Greek mythology, given in honor of his grandfather Alcaeus.
- The name enjoyed mild historical popularity in Cajun and French-descended communities in North America.