What origin is the name Cephalus?

Cephalus comes from greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Cephalus a popular name?

Cephalus is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Cephalus?

Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Cephalus — for example Sophia, Chloe, Sofia. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Cephalus

Q: Is Cephalus a rare name?

Yes. Cephalus does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Cephalus

Cephalus

Boy

greek

3 syllables

Cephalus is a greek boy's name meaning "A name from Greek mythology identifying the husband of Procris, famously known for his tragic hunting accidents.".

The meaning of Cephalus is "A name from Greek mythology identifying the husband of Procris, famously known for his tragic hunting accidents." — a boy name of greek origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

A name from Greek mythology identifying the husband of Procris, famously known for his tragic hunting accidents.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Cephalus

Very rare in US records

What does Cephalus mean?

Cephalus is a boy name of greek origin meaning "A name from Greek mythology identifying the husband of Procris, famously known for his tragic hunting accidents.".