Efrain Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Efrain is a name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'fruitful'. It has evolved from Ephraim in Hebrew to Efrain in Spanish and English contexts. It carries biblical significance as a name of one of Joseph's sons and has historical relevance in Jewish culture. The name is often associated with prosperity and fertility. In modern times, it is seen as a blend of tradition and contemporary appeal, especially within Hispanic communities.
The name Efrain is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Efrain has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Efrain' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3894th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1500th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 734th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 545th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 532nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 648th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1173rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21628th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Efrain' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Efrain"
Pronunciation
/eɪˈfreɪn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Efrain is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ephraim', which means 'fruitful' or 'to be fruitful'. It has biblical roots as Ephraim was one of the sons of Joseph in the Old Testament.
Meaning
fruitful
Language Evolution
Ephraim (Hebrew), Efrain (Spanish), Ephraim (English)
Biblical Background
Efrain has significant biblical relevance as Ephraim was a prominent tribe in Israel, known for its fertility and prosperity.
Historical Usage
The name Efrain gained popularity particularly in Spanish-speaking cultures, especially due to its biblical connections and usage in various religious texts.
Variants & Derivatives
Ephraim, Efrén, Efrainito
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Efrain is perceived as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with cultural heritage and religious significance in Hispanic communities.
Famous People
Efrain Rios Montt (Guatemalan politician), Efrain Gonzalez (American politician), Efrain Herrera (Mexican artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Efrain"
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 "Efrain"
"Efrain" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3894th of 7545 | 68 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1500th of 6773 | 390 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 734th of 7552 | 1,889 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 545th of 10718 | 3,511 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 532nd of 16616 | 5,156 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 648th of 24088 | 5,423 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1173rd of 23106 | 2,002 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Efrain" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
57.23% 1354th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
71.21% 1108th/1556 |
34.25% 806th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.90% 844th/2227 |
17.82% 433rd/2430 |
24.04% 686th/2853 |
24.76% 687th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.83% 700th/2937 |
8.93% 311th/3483 |
18.02% 634th/3518 |
11.10% 449th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.76% 765th/3685 |
10.10% 452nd/4475 |
12.13% 630th/5194 |
5.64% 356th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.65% 1038th/4582 |
17.33% 895th/5164 |
9.59% 701st/7313 |
5.94% 443rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.44% 1691st/3984 |
36.97% 1659th/4487 |
17.12% 1168th/6822 |
12.21% 766th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Efrain" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Efrain"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Efrain" 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.