"fruitful"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Spanish
Efrain
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Meaning & Origin
"doubly fruitful"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Efrain
Efrain is the Spanish form of Ephraim, from the Hebrew Efrayim meaning fruitful or doubly fruitful. In Genesis 41:52, Joseph named his younger son Ephraim saying God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering. Ephraim became one of the twelve tribes of Israel and gave his name to a mountain range and a major region of ancient Israel, making the name one of the most geographically significant in Hebrew scripture.
Efrain has been consistently used in Latin American countries, particularly Mexico, Puerto Rico, and among Hispanic communities in the United States. It is a traditional name with deep biblical roots in Spanish-speaking Catholic and evangelical Protestant communities.
As one of the twelve tribes of Israel, Ephraim holds significant place in both Hebrew and Christian scripture. In Latin America, the Spanish form Efrain carries both deep biblical weight and affirms Hispanic cultural identity through its Spanish phonetics.
Historical Record
Efrain first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 17,819 babies have been named Efrain in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Efrain is past its peak , currently ranked #1,442 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ephraim was the ancestor of the largest single tribe in the northern Kingdom of Israel
- The name Ephraim appears over 180 times in the Old Testament, reflecting the tribe's central importance in ancient Israel
Efrain in Other Languages
Hebrew
אֶפְרַיִם
English
Ephraim
Italian
Efraim
Spanish
Efrain
Portuguese
Efraim
Popularity Over Time
#1,442
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1981
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Son of Joseph and Asenath in the Book of Genesis, ancestor of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and a key figure in Heb...
Son of Joseph and Asenath in the Book of Genesis, ancestor of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and a key figure in Hebrew scripture
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,442
- Total SSA Count
- 126
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Hebrew Biblical
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ef
Efra
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Frequently Asked Questions About Efrain
What does the name Efrain mean?
"fruitful" (from Hebrew). "doubly fruitful" (from Hebrew). Efrain is the Spanish form of Ephraim, from the Hebrew Efrayim meaning fruitful or doubly fruitful. In Genesis 41:52, Joseph named his younger son Ephraim saying God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering. Ephraim became one of the twelve tribes of Israel and gave his name to a mountain range and a major region of ancient Israel, making the name one of the most geographically significant in Hebrew scripture.
What is the origin of the name Efrain?
Efrain has Hebrew, Spanish, Latin American, and Biblical origins. In Hebrew, it means "fruitful". In Hebrew, it means "doubly fruitful".
Is Efrain a boy or girl name?
Efrain is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1442. As a girl name, it is ranked #33910. Efrain is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Efrain?
Efrain is currently ranked #1442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Efrain?
Common nicknames for Efrain include Efra.
What are good middle names for Efrain?
Popular middle name pairings include Efrain Antonio, Efrain Jose, Efrain Luis, Efrain Miguel, Efrain David, Efrain Alejandro, and Efrain Emmanuel.
What are good sibling names for Efrain?
Names that pair well with Efrain as siblings include Josue, Samuel, Rebeca, Miriam, Ezequiel, Daniel, and Esther.
How many syllables does Efrain have?
Efrain has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Efrain a common or rare name?
Efrain is an uncommon name, ranked #1442 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Efrain?
Are there other spellings for Efrain?
Related spellings include Efraim.
About the Name Efrain
Efrain is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, Hebrew, and Biblical origins . The name means "fruitful" in Hebrew .
Is Efrain a boy or girl name? Efrain is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,442 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #33,910. Efrain is more commonly used as a boy name.
Efrain is currently ranked #1,442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Efrain has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Efrain include Ef and Efra. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Efrain include Efraim . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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