The name that is transliterated as “Apelles” in English means “separate,” “exclude.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )
In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) it is translated with a sign that combines “person” and “calling” (the name is also possibly interpreted to mean “called”). (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Apelles” in Libras (source )
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .