Effie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Effie is a name of Greek origin, derived from Euphemia, meaning 'pleasant speaker'. It evolved linguistically from its Greek roots to become popular in English-speaking cultures in the 19th century. The name conveys traits of warmth and charm, with no direct biblical relevance. Its contemporary image is vintage and friendly, and it has been borne by notable figures in both history and literature.
The name Effie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Effie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Effie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2948th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4754th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9847th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 196th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 357th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 824th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1590th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4001st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5356th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2647th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Effie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Effie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛfi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Effie is a diminutive of the name Euphemia, which derives from the Greek word 'euphemia', meaning 'to speak well' or 'to use auspicious words'.
Meaning
pleasant speaker
Language Evolution
Euphemia (Greek), Effie (English)
Historical Usage
The name Effie became popular in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a charming and affectionate diminutive.
Variants & Derivatives
Euphemia, Effy, Efa
Modern Popularity & Image
Effie is perceived as a quaint and vintage name, often associated with warmth and friendliness. It has seen a revival in recent years among parents seeking unique names.
Famous People
Effie Gray, a Scottish art critic and the wife of painter John Everett Millais, Effie Trinket, a fictional character from 'The Hunger Games' series
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Effie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Effie"
"Effie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2948th of 7545 | 126 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4754th of 6773 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9847th of 10718 | 7 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 196th of 9107 | 18,923 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 357th of 9204 | 6,356 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 824th of 12526 | 2,790 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1590th of 19264 | 989 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4001st of 27321 | 380 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5356th of 35406 | 377 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2647th of 30306 | 793 |
Regional Popularity of "Effie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Effie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
18.43% 261st/1416 |
23.79% 328th/1379 |
6.38% 151st/2366 |
29.51% 337th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.41% 532nd/1546 |
37.02% 576th/1556 |
11.05% 260th/2353 |
51.33% 794th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.66% 1106th/2227 |
51.03% 1240th/2430 |
19.10% 545th/2853 |
60.32% 1674th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
49.54% 1455th/2937 |
51.13% 1781st/3483 |
50.63% 1781st/3518 |
90.88% 3675th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
75.62% 3384th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
- |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.18% 2756th/3984 |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
49.50% 3377th/6822 |
47.74% 2996th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Effie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Effie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.