Ephraim
Ephraim: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈifɹi.əm/ · /ˈifɹəm/
Meaning and origin of Ephraim
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew אֶפְרַיִם (Efráyim, “Ephraim”, literally “fruitful”), via Latin.
How popular is Ephraim?
Since 1880, 8,236 boys in the U.S. have been named Ephraim. Its highest rank for boys was #407 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #988 for boys, with 231 babies given the name.
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Ephraim FAQ
What does the name Ephraim mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew אֶפְרַיִם (Efráyim, “Ephraim”, literally “fruitful”), via Latin.
What is the origin of the name Ephraim?
Ephraim is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Ephraim?
Since 1880, 8,236 boys in the U.S. have been named Ephraim. Its highest rank for boys was #407 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #988 for boys, with 231 babies given the name.
Is Ephraim a boy or girl name?
Ephraim is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 8,236 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.