Rock or stone
Derived from the Aramaic word 'kepha', it was the name given by Jesus to the apostle Simon. In the New Testament, it serves as the Aramaic equivalent to the Greek name Peter. It symbolizes a firm foundation and steadfastness.
Less common today
Cephas isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,053 in 2025.
Apostle also known as Simon Peter in the New Testament
Swiss professional footballer
Nineteenth-century Christian missionary to the Cherokee
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
