Efrem Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EF-rem /ˈɛf.rɛm/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: 'fruitful'; Greek: 'to be fruitful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Efrem has its roots in the Hebrew name Ephraim (אֶפְרָיִם), which means "fruitful" or "to be fruitful." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis, where Ephraim is one of the sons of Joseph and Asenath. The name Ephraim is significant in biblical history, as it also refers to one of the tribes of Israel, which played a crucial role in the early formation of the Israelite nation.
The name transitioned into Greek as Ephraim (Εφραίμ) and later into Latin as Ephræm, before being adapted into various languages, including English as Efrem. Throughout history, the name Efrem has been borne by several notable figures, including saints and scholars.
One of the most prominent is Saint Ephrem the Syrian, a 4th-century theologian and poet who was influential in the early Christian church. His works contributed significantly to Christian literature and liturgy, and he is recognized as a Doctor of the Church.
The veneration of Saint Ephrem has helped maintain the name's presence in Christian communities, particularly in Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions. Culturally, the name Efrem carries connotations of fertility and prosperity, reflecting its original meaning.
It has been associated with themes of growth and abundance, which resonate in various cultural contexts. The name has also been used in religious texts and hymns, further embedding it within the spiritual and cultural fabric of communities that honor its biblical origins.
The diminutive form Ephraim continues to be recognized in various cultures, preserving the name's historical and religious significance.
Famous people named Efrem
In this section, you will find notable people named Efrem. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Efrem who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Efrem Zimbalist Jr. is an actor best known for 77 Sunset Strip, The F.B.I., and The Great Gildersleeve.
Efrem Sykes is a musician best known for his work with the band The New York Voices.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Efrem was first seen in the United States in 1926.
Efrem has ranked as high as #1926 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Efrem has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Efrem is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Efrem was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Efrem.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 | 8 |
| 2018 | 9 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 12 | 12 |
| 2008 | 14 | 14 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 15 | 15 |
| 2005 | 10 | 10 |
| 2004 | 12 | 12 |
| 2003 | 16 | 16 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 14 | 14 |
| 1999 | 14 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 9 | 9 |
| 1996 | 12 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 | 12 |
| 1994 | 20 | 20 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 16 | 16 |
| 1991 | 11 | 11 |
| 1990 | 22 | 22 |
| 1989 | 13 | 13 |
| 1988 | 15 | 15 |
| 1987 | 25 | 25 |
| 1986 | 19 | 19 |
| 1985 | 23 | 23 |
| 1984 | 20 | 20 |
| 1983 | 18 | 18 |
| 1982 | 18 | 18 |
| 1981 | 15 | 15 |
| 1980 | 15 | 15 |
| 1979 | 16 | 16 |
| 1978 | 17 | 17 |
| 1977 | 18 | 18 |
| 1976 | 24 | 24 |
| 1975 | 29 | 29 |
| 1974 | 29 | 29 |
| 1973 | 30 | 30 |
| 1972 | 42 | 42 |
| 1971 | 48 | 48 |
| 1970 | 59 | 59 |
| 1969 | 54 | 54 |
| 1968 | 68 | 68 |
| 1967 | 79 | 79 |
| 1966 | 77 | 77 |
| 1965 | 51 | 51 |
| 1964 | 46 | 46 |
| 1963 | 43 | 43 |
| 1962 | 54 | 54 |
| 1961 | 84 | 84 |
| 1960 | 56 | 56 |
| 1959 | 85 | 85 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Efrem (1992)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |