Efrain
Efrain is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Fruitful, fertile, or productive.
Origin and history
Efrain is a Spanish and Portuguese form of the biblical Hebrew name Ephraim. It holds steady popularity in the U.S., particularly within Hispanic communities. The name carries an ancient heritage reflecting growth and abundance.
Popularity in the United States
18,557 babies in the United States have been named Efrain since 1880. It ranks #862 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1174.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33 %)
- TX (25 %)
- NY (14.9 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
- NJ (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 109 |
| 1930-1940 | 180 |
| 1940-1950 | 331 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,010 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,578 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,368 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,786 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,781 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,563 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,028 |
| 2020-2029 | 823 |
Famous people named Efrain
- Efrain Escudero: Mixed Martial Artist
- Efrain Juarez: Athlete, Football Manager
Nicknames
Efra
Fun facts
- Efrain is the Spanish variant of Ephraim, named in Genesis as Joseph's son blessed by Jacob.
- Over 18,000 boys in the United States have been named Efrain since SSA record-keeping began in 1880.