Efraim
Efraim is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Doubly fruitful”.
| Meaning | Doubly fruitful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֶפְרַיִם |
| Pronunciation | ef-RAH-eem |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States, Mexico, Poland |
Meaning and origin of Efraim
Efraim is the Hebrew form of Ephraim, the younger son of Joseph born in Egypt. In Genesis 41:52 Joseph names him because 'God has made me fruitful in the land of my affliction', from the root p-r-h, 'to bear fruit'; the dual ending suggests double fruitfulness. Ephraim became one of the tribes of Israel. Saint Ephrem the Syrian, a fourth-century hymn writer, bore a form of the name.
Is Efraim a Jewish name?
Efraim is a biblical name. In Jewish homes fathers bless sons on Friday night with the words 'May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh' (Genesis 48:20).
How popular is Efraim?
Used in Israel and in Jewish communities, and as Efraín in Spanish-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Efraim mean?
Efraim means 'Doubly fruitful'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Efraim a Jewish name?
Efraim is a biblical name. In Jewish homes fathers bless sons on Friday night with the words 'May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh' (Genesis 48:20).
How do you pronounce Efraim?
Efraim is pronounced ef-RAH-eem.
Is Efraim a boy or girl name?
Efraim is usually a boy name.