Cephas

Q: What is the origin of Cephas?

Cephas is of Aramaic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Cephas a boy name?

Cephas is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Rock Stone"

From Aramaic for rock, known in the New Testament as a name associated with the apostle Peter.

Themes:biblicalaramaicapostlemasculine

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Cephas

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8407Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Cephas did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Cephas Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Cephas.

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cepy

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ceph

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cie

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phas

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hasy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Cephas

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Cephas mean?

Cephas means "Rock Stone". From Aramaic for rock, known in the New Testament as a name associated with the apostle Peter.

What is the origin of Cephas?

Cephas is of Aramaic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Cephas?

According to the latest SSA data, Cephas is currently ranked #8407 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Cephas a boy name?

Cephas is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Cephas?

Popular nicknames for Cephas include cepy, ceph, cie, cy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Cephas?

There are many names similar to Cephas in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginAramaic, Greek

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#8407

Trend→ Stable

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abba Bart Bartholomew Bernabe Barnabas

Sisters

Bethsaida Getsemani Gethsemane Marta Maranatha

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