Efa
Fact sheet
- Name
- Efa
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The girl's name Efa is regarded as the Welsh form of Eva, a biblical name that has its origins in Old Hebrew. Translated into German, this name means 'the living one', 'the life-giver', 'the life-bestowing', or simply 'life', and can also be interpreted as 'the mother of the living'.
What does the name Efa mean?
The first name Efa is Welsh and regarded as a variant of Eva, a name from the Bible that originates from Old Hebrew. In German translation, the name carries the meanings 'the living one', 'the life-giver', 'the life-bestowing', or simply 'life', and can also be interpreted as 'the mother of the living'. Its roots likely lie in the Hebrew name ḥawwāh or chawwah (חַוָּה), which derives from the Old Hebrew word chavvâh (חוּה), meaning 'to breathe', 'to live', or 'alive'. Another possibility is that the name stems from the Old Aramaic ḥwh (חוה) meaning 'the serpent'. Efa appears in the Old Testament, describing the first woman alongside Adam. Other variants include Evita (Spanish), Evi, Evy, Evie, Ev, Eefje, Eef, Yeva, and Chavah.
Where does the name Efa come from?
Efa is a female first name with Old Hebrew origins and the meaning 'the living one'. The Old Hebrew
How do you pronounce Efa?
The sound and pronunciation of the name Efa: The name is two syllables and clearly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'E-fa' [ˈeːfa]. It begins with a bright, long 'E' that conveys openness. The gentle 'f' sound creates a harmonious connection to the second syllable. The open ending '-a' rounds off the name phonetically. This makes Efa sound modern, friendly, and clear - simple in structure and distinct in sound.
When is the name day of Efa?
The name day for Efa is celebrated on June 4 and December 24.
Popularity
In Germany, Efa is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th in the list of the most popular female baby names. In the last ten years, Efa has been chosen as a first name about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,112th. The global popularity and distribution of Efa can be traced in the name charts of various countries.
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Frequently asked questions about the name Efa
What is the origin of the name Efa?
Efa is a female first name with Old Hebrew origins and has its roots in Welsh.
What does the name Efa mean?
The name Efa means 'the living one' and derives from the Old Hebrew word for 'to breathe' or 'to live'.
How popular is the name Efa?
Efa is a rare name that is gaining popularity in some regions, especially in Wales, but is not very widespread overall.