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The name Kephas (Κηφᾶς) is an ancient Greek variant of the Aramaic name Cephas. It is translated into English as 'the stone' and 'the rock'.
What does the name Kephas mean?
Kephas (Κηφᾶς) is a male first name with ancient Greek roots, derived from the Aramaic Cephas. In English, it means 'the stone' and 'the rock'. The name comes from the Old Aramaic term kephas and the Syriac kefa, both of which stand for 'stone' and 'rock'. In the New Testament, Kephas is regarded as the original form of Peter.
Where does the name Kephas come from?
The name Kephas has its roots in Old Aramaic and means 'the stone'.
How do you pronounce Kephas?
Ke-fas
Popularity
Kephas is a rather rare first name in Germany. It has not been listed in German name statistics so far. Its best ranking was in 2013, when it placed 3,461st in the name charts of Canada. Between 1980 and 2024, the name was given there fewer than 10 times, earning it the 6,188th place. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.
Frequently asked questions about the name Kephas
What is the origin of the name Kephas?
The name Kephas has its roots in Old Aramaic and is derived from the terms kephas and kefa, both of which mean 'stone' and 'rock'.
What does the name Kephas mean?
Kephas means 'the stone' or 'the rock' in English and is considered the original form of the name Peter in the New Testament.
How popular is the name Kephas?
The name Kephas does not have widespread popularity in modern name lists but is known in certain cultural and religious contexts.