Efraim

The name Efraim has biblical roots and is used as a male first name. Its meaning can be translated as 'double fruitful', 'the double fruit', or occasionally 'the double inheritance'. Originally, the name served as a designation for one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

What does the name Efraim mean?

Efraim is a male first name of biblical origin that translates to 'double fruitful', 'the double fruit', or 'the double inheritance'. The name was likely first used as a place name before it transitioned to the eldest of the tribe and became popular as a first name. Its origin is found in Ancient Hebrew, derived from the term efrájim (אֶפְרַיִם), meaning 'double fruitful'. In the Bible, Efraim is interpreted as 'God has made fruitful', which explains why Joseph named his second son Efraim, as God had granted him offspring. The name became known through Saint Ephrem, who served as a missionary bishop in Crimea and southern Rus in the 4th century and later suffered martyrdom. Other variants include Ephrem, Efrain, Efrem, Afram, Jefrem, and Efren. Female forms include Ephraima, Efrat, Ephrat, and Ephrath.

Where does the name Efraim come from?

The etymology of Efraim is of Ancient Hebrew nature and means 'double fruitful'. The Ancient Hebrew expression efrájim consists of the words for 'double' and 'fruitful'. The name is rooted in Hebrew.

How do you pronounce Efraim?

The name Efraim has a two-syllable and vowel-rich sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'E-fra-im' [eˈfʁaɪ̯m]. It begins with a long E sound that conveys openness. The diphthong '-aim' in the second syllable adds dynamism to the name, while the final M provides a soft, calm sound. Thus, Efraim has a sonorous, tradition-rich character – it sounds dignified, melodic, and present.

When is the name day of Efraim?

Efraim's name day is celebrated on June 9.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Efraim enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 1,506th on the list of the most common first names for boys. Its best placement was in 2018 at rank 1,353. In the last ten years, Efraim has been chosen as a first name about 140 times, which places it at 1,951st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,171st.

Nicknames & pet names

Ef / Effe / Efro / Efru / Efrä

Similar first names

Famous people

• Efraim Allsalu (painter from Estonia)
• Efraim Amira (Israeli football player)
• Efraim Basilio Krevey (Brazilian bishop)
• Efraim Frisch (German writer)
• Efraim Kamberow (wrestler from Bulgaria)
• Efraim Karsh (historian from Israel)
• Efraim Liljequist (Swedish philosopher)
• Efraim Medina Reyes (Colombian writer)
• Efraim Racker (American biochemist)
• Efraim Reuytenberg (painter from China)
• Efraim Rico (American cyclist)
• Efraim Sevela (Russian writer)
• Efraim Sewela (Russian writer)
• Efraim Zuroff (historian from the USA)