Ephraim
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Fruitful, doubly fruitful
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #988 in 2025 with 231 babies born.
History: Ephraim was the second son of Joseph and Asenath in the Old Testament, blessed by his grandfather Jacob to become a great tribe. His name signifies fruitfulness. The tribe of Ephraim became one of the most powerful of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been used in Jewish and Christian communities for millennia.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Ephraim? About 1 in 14,409 babies born in 2025 were named Ephraim, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Ephraim
What does the name Ephraim mean?
Ephraim means “Fruitful, doubly fruitful” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Ephraim?
Ephraim has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Fruitful, doubly fruitful”.
How popular is Ephraim?
Ephraim ranked #988 in 2025 — given to 231 babies that year.
When was Ephraim most popular?
Ephraim peaked in 2017 with 260 babies registered that year.
Is Ephraim a boy or girl name?
Ephraim is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Ephraims in registered births are male.
Is the name Ephraim rising or falling in popularity?
Ephraim has risen 16 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1004 in 2020 to #988 in 2025.
How long has Ephraim been recorded?
Ephraim appears in birth records across 142 years — from 1880 through 2025.