Alpheus
Meaning of Alpheus
Alpheus is a strong and distinctive name of Greek origin, meaning "whitewater." In Greek mythology, Alpheus was the name of a river god who fell in love with a nymph named Arethusa. The name Alpheus has a rare and timeless quality that would make it stand out for any baby boy. It has been used in Pennsylvania since at least 1916, showing its enduring appeal. The English pronunciation of Alpheus is AL-fee-uhs (/ˈælfiəs/), and an alternative variation is Alpheos. With its rich history and unique sound, Alpheus is a wonderful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and character for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AL-fee-uhs (/ˈælfiəs/)
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Notable People Named Alpheus
| John Alpheus Cutler was an early leader in the Latter Day Saint movement who founded the Church of Jesus Christ (Cutlerite) in 1853 and served as its first president until his death. |
| Alpheus Starkey Williams was a multi-talented individual who served as a lawyer, judge, journalist, U.S. Congressman, and Union general during the American Civil War. |
| Alpheus Hyatt Verrill, also known as Hyatt Verrill, was a versatile American zoologist, explorer, inventor, illustrator, and author, and the son of Addison Emery Verrill, the first professor of zoology at Yale University. |
| Alpheus Spring Packard Jr. LL.D. was an American entomologist and palaeontologist who described over 500 new animal species, particularly butterflies and moths, and was a co-founder of The American Naturalist. |
| Alpheus Hyatt was an American zoologist and paleontologist. |
| Alpheus Waters Wilson was an American bishop for the Methodist Episcopal Church, South from 1882 until his passing in 1916. |
