Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Alcides since 1954
Babies named Alcides per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 77 |
| 1980s | 94 |
| 1990s | 80 |
| 2000s | 86 |
| 2010s | 77 |
| 2020s | 55 |
Meaning & origin
Alcides is a name with deep roots in Greek mythology, serving as an epithet for the hero Heracles. In the United States, it first appeared on the Social Security records in 1954 and has maintained a steady but low level of use, ranking 10,695 in 2025. Its popularity peaked in 1988, reflecting a modest but consistent presence. The trajectory of the name has been stable, indicating it has never fallen out of favor but remains rare. With an incidence of about 1 in 284,679 births, Alcides is a distinctive choice with a strong mythological heritage.
Alcides is a name from Greek mythology, an epithet of Heracles (Hercules) meaning 'descendant of Alcaeus' (Heracles' grandfather). The name is linked to the Greek word 'alke' (strength, might). It has been used sporadically in the modern era, particularly in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, and in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Cide
Variants: Alcides
Sibling names for Alcides
Names that share Alcides's style, for a brother or sister.
