Efrain

The Meaning & Origin of the Name Efrain

Gender Boy
Origins Hebrew, Spanish
Letters 6
Syllables 2
Pronunciation eh-FRYN

Efrain, which has 6 letters and 2 syllables, is a male name of Hebrew origin.

Meaning of Efrain

Fruitful or productive

Efrain is a distinctive male name with biblical roots, often associated with the meaning 'fruitful'.

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Meaning Fruitful or productive
Origins Hebrew, Spanish
Gender Boy
Popularity (US) #967 in 2014 Declining
Rarity (US) Rare (Top 1000)
Era 80s name

Background & History of The Name Efrain

Efrain is derived from the Hebrew name Ephraim, which means 'fruitful' or 'to be fruitful'. In the Bible, Ephraim was one of the sons of Joseph, and the name has been popular in Jewish communities. The name has also been embraced in Spanish-speaking cultures, where it is often spelled as Efrain. Notable bearers of the name include Efrain Gonzalez, a prominent musician, and Efrain Rios Montt, a Guatemalan general and politician.

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