Ephraim
Son of Fruitfulness
Pronunciation: eh-FRAY-im (/ɛˈfreɪɪm/)
What does Ephraim mean?
In the Hebrew Bible, Ephraim is a son of Joseph and Asenath, born in Egypt. The name means 'son of fruitfulness' or 'fertile'. Ephraim is also one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Ephraim in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Ephraim
Numerology & personality
Creative and artistic, Ephraims have a great need for self-expression and affection–emotional warmth holds the key to their success.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolizes abundance, fertility, and growth in the spiritual realm.
Ephraim has had a significant impact on Jewish and Christian history. It was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and the northern kingdom of Israel was named after it. The Wanderjahre (Years of Wandering) of the Hebrews after the exodus from Egypt were depicted in a song that referred to Ephraim and Manasseh, Joseph's sons, as 'Joseph's two sons, who became two nations.' Ephraim came to represent the Northern Kingdom of Israel in contrast to Judah, which represented the Southern Kingdom, commonly known as Judea.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: Book of Genesis (Genesis 46:13)
Saint connection: Saint Ephraim the Syrian
Popularity of Ephraim by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | FR | 90 | 2024 |
| Brazil | BR | 94 | 2024 |
| Italy | IT | 90 | 2024 |
| United States | US | 69 | 2024 |