How popular is the name Alpheus in 2025?

Alpheus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Alpheus most popular?

Alpheus peaked in 1882, reaching #691 among US boy names.

Alpheus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Alpheus entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #691 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#691

peak (1882)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Alpheus are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Alpheus alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Alpheus in 2025?: Alpheus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Alpheus most popular?: Alpheus peaked in 1882, reaching #691 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Alpheus with classmates?: Alpheus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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