Ephriam
Ephriam is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Fruitful or productive.
Origin and history
Ephriam is a variant spelling of Ephraim, a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'fruitful'. Though less common than the traditional spelling, it has maintained a steady presence in American naming history since the late 19th century. In contemporary U.S. usage, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
966 babies in the United States have been named Ephriam since 1880. It ranks #3715 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1895.
States where it is most popular
- TN (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 70 |
| 1890-1900 | 50 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 108 |
| 1920-1930 | 130 |
| 1930-1940 | 85 |
| 1940-1950 | 58 |
| 1950-1960 | 46 |
| 1960-1970 | 66 |
| 1970-1980 | 73 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 57 |
| 2000-2010 | 67 |
| 2010-2019 | 41 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Nicknames
Eph, Ephie
Fun facts
- Ephriam is a frequent historic spelling variant of the classic biblical name Ephraim.
- The original Hebrew name Effrayim comes from a word meaning 'to bear fruit'.