Alpheus Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Alpheus means 'god of the Alpheus River' in Greek.
Meaning of the Name Alpheus
Alpheus is a name of Greek origin. It comes from the Greek mythological figure Alpheus, the god of the Alpheus River in Greece. In Greek mythology, Alpheus was also known for his love for the nymph Arethusa. The name Alpheus is associated with water, rivers, and nature. It has a strong and ancient feel.
Popularity of the Name Alpheus
The popularity for the name Alpheus peaked in popularity in the year 1917 with 29 births, which ranked number 2,640 out of 8,877 unique names for that year. Alpheus had the most male births in 1917 with 29, which ranked number 1,264 out of 4,602 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Alpheus
Popularity of Alpheus by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Alpheus. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Alpheus in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Alpheus is a great pick!
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