"fruitfulness (of the land)"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Efraim
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A biblical patriarch whose tribe shook the ancient world
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The Story of Efraim
Efraim is the Spanish and Eastern European spelling of the Hebrew name Ephraim (אֶפְרַיִם), meaning 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful,' from the Hebrew root 'parah' (to bear fruit). In the Bible, Ephraim was the second son of Joseph and his Egyptian wife Asenath, and was blessed by his grandfather Jacob to become the greater of the two sons, despite being the younger. The tribe of Ephraim became one of the most powerful of the Twelve Tribes of Israel.
Efraim is the preferred spelling in Spanish-speaking Jewish and Christian communities, as well as in Eastern Europe (particularly Romania and Poland). The name has maintained consistent use across centuries in religious communities and has seen modest revival among parents seeking meaningful biblical names.
In Judaism, Ephraim holds immense importance—the tribe of Ephraim was so dominant that 'Ephraim' became a synonym for the northern Kingdom of Israel in prophetic writings. In Christian tradition, Ephraim appears in the genealogy of Jesus. Saint Ephraim the Syrian (4th century) was one of the greatest theologians of the early church.
Historical Record
Efraim first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,774 babies have been named Efraim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Efraim is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,234 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The tribe of Ephraim was so powerful that the northern Kingdom of Israel was often called 'Ephraim' in the Hebrew prophets
- Saint Ephraim the Syrian (306-373 AD) was declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Benedict XV in 1920
Efraim in Other Languages
Greek
Εφραίμ
Arabic
إفرايم
Hebrew
אֶפְרַיִם
Russian
Ефрем
Spanish
Efraín
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#2,234
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Famous People Named Efraim
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Efraim Zuroff
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1948
Chief Nazi-hunter for the Simon Wiesenthal Center, known for tracking down Holocaust perpetrators
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Ephraim the Syrian
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306
4th-century Syriac Christian theologian, poet, and prolific writer declared a Doctor of the Church
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Ephraim (biblical)
Religious
Second son of Joseph in the Hebrew Bible, founder of the tribe of Ephraim, one of the twelve tribes of Israel
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- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,234
- Total SSA Count
- 64
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Christian Spanish Eastern European
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Efraim
What does the name Efraim mean?
"fruitfulness (of the land)" (from Hebrew). Efraim is the Spanish and Eastern European spelling of the Hebrew name Ephraim (אֶפְרַיִם), meaning 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful,' from the Hebrew root 'parah' (to bear fruit). In the Bible, Ephraim was the second son of Joseph and his Egyptian wife Asenath, and was blessed by his grandfather Jacob to become the greater of the two sons, despite being the younger. The tribe of Ephraim became one of the most powerful of the Twelve Tribes of Israel.
What is the origin of the name Efraim?
Efraim has Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Eastern European origins. In Hebrew, it means "fruitfulness (of the land)".
Is Efraim a boy or girl name?
Efraim is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Efraim?
Efraim is currently ranked #2234 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Efraim?
Common nicknames for Efraim include Efra.
What are good middle names for Efraim?
Popular middle name pairings include Efraim David, Efraim Samuel, Efraim Joseph, Efraim Aaron, Efraim Benjamin, and Efraim Elias.
What are good sibling names for Efraim?
Names that pair well with Efraim as siblings include Miriam, Elias, Deborah, Gideon, Leah, and Tobias.
How many syllables does Efraim have?
Efraim has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Efraim a common or rare name?
Efraim is an uncommon name, ranked #2234 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Efraim?
Are there other spellings for Efraim?
Related spellings include Efrain.
About the Name Efraim
Efraim is a boy name with Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Eastern European origins . The name means "fruitfulness (of the land)" in Hebrew .
Efraim is currently ranked #2,234 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Efraim has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Efraim include Ef and Efra. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Efraim include Efrain . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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