Cephas
boy name#5045 in 2025Cephas entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1002 in 1898, ranks #5045 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
#5045
rank today
#1002
peak (1898)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1002 |
| 1900s | #1198 |
| 1910s | #2088 |
| 1920s | #2156 |
| 1930s | #2379 |
| 1940s | #2607 |
| 1950s | #2961 |
| 1960s | #3461 |
| 1970s | #4492 |
| 1980s | #5667 |
| 1990s | #6284 |
| 2000s | #8439 |
| 2010s | #7669 |
| 2020s | #6510 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Cephas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cephas alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cephas in 2025?
- Cephas ranks #5045 among US boy names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cephas most popular?
- Cephas peaked in 1898, reaching #1002 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cephas with classmates?
- Cephas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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