Kephas - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Kephas name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Kephas

Name Meaning

"Kephas" This name derives from Latin “petra” (Petrus), from the Ancient Greek “pétrā (πέτρᾱ) Pétros (Πέτρος),” from the Aramaic word “kephas,” which in turn derives from the Syriac “kefa,” all words meaning “stone, rock” (figurative meaning: reliable, stable and resolute). Saint Peter, according to ancient tradition, was a prominent early Christian leader, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament. He is venerated as a saint and considered by the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and Oriental Orthodoxy to be the first bishop of Rome and the first Pope. Roman Catholics believe him to have been the first Pope and all subsequent popes to have been his successors, and therefore sometimes refer to the Pope or the Papacy itself as Peter.

Definition

Originally an Aramaic word for ROCK. accepted into Ancient Greek as Kefas but the s was generally silent. The s was required by the peculiarities of Greek grammar. Best pronounced as Kay-FAA with an almost silent s at the end. Often transliterated into English as Cephas, and often mispronounced as SEE-fus
It is a unisex name of Greek origin.

Pronunciations

k-ee-f-AA-s
kephas

Syllable

Kephas Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Kephas

Kephas Overview and Analysis

Kephas Gender statistics

The name Kephas is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Kephas

The name Kephas is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 106,613th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
Canada	61,524	0%
United States	98,076	0%
United Kingdom	98,076	0%
Australia	103,606	0%
New Zealand	118,619	0%

Where to find Kephas?

The name Kephas is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Kephas Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Kephas has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Kephas was most used in 2013 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2013 with a usage rate of 100%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

Similar Names to Kephas

Names with a Similar Sound to Kephas

Here is a list of names that share a similar sound to Kephas:

Two Syllable Names Similar to Kephas

Here is a list of 2 syllable baby names that have the same syllable structure as Kephas:

Explore over 75500+ Two syllable baby names inspired by Kephas. View all here!

Names starting with K

The name Kephas begins with the letter K. Here is a list of names that start with the letter K, similar to Kephas:

Discover over 11,600+ Names beginning with the letter K in our extensive name database. Explore the complete list here!

Origin and History of the name Kephas

This name derives from Latin “petra” (Petrus), from the Ancient Greek “pétrā (πέτρᾱ) Pétros (Πέτρος)”, from the Aramaic word “kephas”, which in turn derives from the Syriac “kefa”, all words meaning “stone, rock” (figurative meaning: reliable, stable and resolute).

Saint Peter, according to ancient tradition, was a prominent early Christian leader, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament.

He is venerated as a saint and considered by the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and Oriental Orthodoxy to be the first bishop of Rome and the first Pope.

Roman Catholics believe him to have been the first Pope and all subsequent popes to have been his successors, and therefore sometimes refer to the Pope or the Papacy itself as Peter.

Kephas in Chinese

Boy names translation to Chinese

Translation: 凯法
Pronunce: (PinYin) : kǎi fǎ

Girl names translation to Chinese

Translation: 颗法
Pronunce: (PinYin) : kē fǎ

Kephas in Numerology

Kephas: Name to Numerology Conversion
K	E	P	H	A	S
	5			1
2		7	8		1

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 6
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 9
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 6

Conclusions about the name Kephas

Should you named your son Kephas?

According to the gender statistics, the name Kephas is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Kephas is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Kephas is a boy.

Kephas is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Kephas a good name?

The name Kephas strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Kephas offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Kephas?

Pros of the name Kephas:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Kephas has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Kephas is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.