Ephraim Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEF-rye-um / ˈɛf.reɪ.ɪmHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: fruitful; doubly fruitful
Historical & Cultural Background
Ephraim is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Ephraim, one of the sons of Joseph. In the Bible, Ephraim is associated with prosperity and growth. The name has been used in various cultures and has historical significance in Jewish tradition. It has also been adopted in Christian contexts, reflecting its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Ephraim has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Efraim
- Efrayim
International Variants
- Efraín (Spanish)
- Efrayim (Hebrew)
Famous people named Ephraim
Ephraim Zimbalist Jr. was an American actor known for his role in the television series '77 Sunset Strip'.
Ephraim McDowell was a pioneering American surgeon recognized for performing the first ovariotomy.
Ephraim Kishon was a Hungarian-born Israeli author and playwright celebrated for his satirical works.
Ephraim Sykes is an American actor and dancer known for his performances in Broadway productions.
Fictional characters named Ephraim
Ephraim is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones', known for his leadership and strategic skills.
Ephraim is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra', serving as a member of the United Forces.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ephraim was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ephraim has ranked as high as #1126 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Texas, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Ephraim has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ephraim (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 19 | |
PA | 18 | |
TX | 16 | |
CA | 12 | |
UT | 12 | |
NC | 8 | |
MA | 7 | |
MD | 7 | |
IN | 6 | |
OH | 6 | |
FL | 6 | |
GA | 6 | |
ID | 6 | |
IL | 6 | |
KS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 18 |
1881 | 15 |
1882 | 10 |
1883 | 14 |
1884 | 12 |
1885 | 11 |
1886 | 14 |
1887 | 10 |
1888 | 16 |
1889 | 7 |
1890 | 11 |
1891 | 6 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 9 |
1894 | 9 |
1895 | 10 |
1897 | 9 |
1898 | 8 |
1899 | 6 |
1900 | 8 |
1902 | 10 |
1904 | 8 |
1906 | 5 |
1907 | 7 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 8 |
1910 | 6 |
1911 | 13 |
1912 | 20 |
1913 | 26 |
1914 | 36 |
1915 | 40 |
1916 | 30 |
1917 | 39 |
1918 | 38 |
1919 | 27 |
1920 | 36 |
1921 | 42 |
1922 | 36 |
1923 | 45 |
1924 | 34 |
1925 | 36 |
1926 | 38 |
1927 | 26 |
1928 | 30 |
1929 | 25 |
1930 | 29 |
1931 | 19 |
1932 | 17 |
1933 | 27 |
1934 | 22 |
1935 | 15 |
1936 | 15 |
1937 | 10 |
1938 | 8 |
1939 | 24 |
1940 | 15 |
1941 | 10 |
1942 | 22 |
1943 | 20 |
1944 | 17 |
1945 | 15 |
1946 | 19 |
1947 | 18 |
1948 | 18 |
1949 | 23 |
1950 | 18 |
1951 | 29 |
1952 | 23 |
1953 | 14 |
1954 | 19 |
1955 | 24 |
1956 | 33 |
1957 | 29 |
1958 | 20 |
1959 | 19 |
1960 | 34 |
1961 | 27 |
1962 | 25 |
1963 | 28 |
1964 | 20 |
1965 | 27 |
1966 | 16 |
1967 | 30 |
1968 | 30 |
1969 | 21 |
1970 | 39 |
1971 | 39 |
1972 | 40 |
1973 | 37 |
1974 | 54 |
1975 | 41 |
1976 | 52 |
1977 | 57 |
1978 | 33 |
1979 | 47 |
1980 | 52 |
1981 | 49 |
1982 | 65 |
1983 | 55 |
1984 | 55 |
1985 | 61 |
1986 | 59 |
1987 | 70 |
1988 | 61 |
1989 | 73 |
1990 | 58 |
1991 | 61 |
1992 | 58 |
1993 | 57 |
1994 | 71 |
1995 | 57 |
1996 | 68 |
1997 | 68 |
1998 | 69 |
1999 | 67 |
2000 | 94 |
2001 | 72 |
2002 | 88 |
2003 | 114 |
2004 | 144 |
2005 | 146 |
2006 | 150 |
2007 | 152 |
2008 | 179 |
2009 | 184 |
2010 | 181 |
2011 | 174 |
2012 | 199 |
2013 | 210 |
2014 | 229 |
2015 | 231 |
2016 | 254 |
2017 | 260 |
2018 | 223 |
2019 | 221 |
2020 | 210 |
2021 | 228 |
2022 | 201 |
2023 | 223 |
2024 | 229 |