Cleophas is a unique and historic first name of Greek origin, meaning "glory of the father." It was originally a title given to early Christian saints who were believed to be brothers of Jesus Christ. This name has been used sparingly throughout history but remains distinctive and notable due to its religious significance.
The name Cleophas experienced varied popularity throughout the century, with peaks in the late teens to mid-twenties and again in the forties. However, it began to decline significantly from the fifties onwards, with fewer than ten births recorded each year since 1962.