Efrem
Efrem is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Fruitful, fertile, or productive.
Origin and history
Efrem is a variant spelling of Ephraim, a Hebrew name meaning fruitful or productive. Historically derived from the Old Testament, it has maintained a quiet, consistent usage in the United States over the decades. Though relatively rare today, it remains an distinctive classic choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,584 babies in the United States have been named Efrem since 1880. It ranks #3167 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1898.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.6 %)
- NY (19.4 %)
- TX (16.7 %)
- FL (8.6 %)
- IL (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 98 |
| 1960-1970 | 612 |
| 1970-1980 | 312 |
| 1980-1990 | 181 |
| 1990-2000 | 138 |
| 2000-2010 | 125 |
| 2010-2019 | 73 |
| 2020-2029 | 29 |
Famous people named Efrem
- Efrem Zimbalist Jr.: Actor
- Efrem Zimbalist: Violinist, Composer
Fun facts
- Efrem is an alternative phonetic spelling of the traditional biblical name Ephraim.
- American actor Efrem Zimbalist Jr. helped popularize the specific spelling in 20th-century American pop culture.