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Alpheus Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Alpheus

"A taxonomic genus within the family Alpheidae – certain snapping shrimps."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1917 👥 770 in US
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Meaning
A taxonomic genus within the family Alpheidae – certain snapping shrimps.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
770
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Alpheus Mean?

Alpheus or Alphaeus is a masculine given name which may refer to:

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Alpheus or Alphaeus is a masculine given name which may refer to:…

Root Element
Alpheus
Core Meaning
"A taxonomic genus within the family Alpheidae – certain snapping shrimps."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Alpheus

A 1
L 3
P 7
H 8
E 5
U 3
S 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 770 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 770
Peak year 1917 (29)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Alpheus" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family Alpheidae – certain snapping shrimps.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~770 people named Alpheus in the US. Peaked in 1917 with 29 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Alpheus?

The Life Path number for Alpheus is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 1.

Is Alpheus a boy or girl name?

Alpheus is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Alpheus in the US?

Approximately 770 people in the United States are named Alpheus. The name peaked in 1917 with 29 recorded uses.

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