Boy Name · English Origin
Cephas
Considering Cephas? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Strong-willed", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Cephus.
Cephas meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Strong-willed
Origin: English naming roots help connect Cephas to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cephas as C·E·P·H·A·S, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cephas is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cephas variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cephasa, Cephase, Cephasy, Cepha.
- Nicknames: Cep and C.
- Middle names: Pair Cephas with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Cephas middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Cephus, Chavis, Chavez, Cleophas, Chas — full picks on the sibling names for Cephas guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cephas? Browse our names like Cephas guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Cephas
What does the name Cephas mean?
Cephas means "Strong-willed" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Cephas?
Cephas originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cephas?
Cephas has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cephas a boy's or girl's name?
Cephas is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Cephas in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cephas sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cephas?
Names that share Cephas's sound and style include Cephus, Chavis, Chavez, Cleophas, Chas.
What middle names pair well with Cephas?
Good middle-name fits for Cephas pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cephas is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cephas is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cephas?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cephas share its rhythm without rhyming — Cephus, Chavis, Chavez all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.