Cephas
Cephas is a boy's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Rock or stone.
Origin and history
Cephas is a classic male name derived from the Aramaic word for rock or stone. In the New Testament, it is the name given by Jesus to the apostle Simon, later translated into Greek as Peter. Although historically rare in the United States, it has maintained a steady presence throughout American naming history.
Popularity in the United States
930 babies in the United States have been named Cephas since 1880. It ranks #3748 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1860.
States where it is most popular
- VA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 100 |
| 1920-1930 | 155 |
| 1930-1940 | 108 |
| 1940-1950 | 91 |
| 1950-1960 | 82 |
| 1960-1970 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 55 |
| 1980-1990 | 45 |
| 1990-2000 | 24 |
| 2000-2010 | 51 |
| 2010-2019 | 94 |
| 2020-2029 | 67 |
Famous people named Cephas
- Cephas Chimedza: Soccer Player
- Cephas Malele: Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Cephas represents the original Aramaic nickname 'Kefa' that was translated into Greek as 'Petros' (Peter).
- The name appears predominantly in the Gospel of John and the letters of Paul.