Boy nameNot in the current top charts
Orpheus
//ˈɔɹfiəs//
3 syllablesPeak year: 19687 lettersStarts with O
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Orpheus's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Orpheus's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Orpheus |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
Orpheus through the decades
- Orpheus peaked in 1968, when 11 babies were named Orpheus in the US.