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Ephrem

EF-rəm

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

The Story of Ephrem

A name carried by a revered theologian, this ancient Hebrew blessing of abundance first found modern use in the mid-20th century.

Ephrem is a Hebrew name meaning 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful.' It is a significant biblical name, famously borne by Ephrem the Syrian, an influential deacon and theologian of Syriac Christianity.

For your son, Ephrem signifies a generous spirit and a prosperous path. You see him as someone who will bring forth great things, both materially and in spirit, sharing his gifts widely.

What It Means

Ephrem is a Hebrew name meaning "fruitful" or "doubly fruitful." It's a biblical name, borne by one of Joseph's sons.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Ephrem the Syrian

    Deacon, hymnographer, and important theologian of Syriac Christianity.

Personality Traits

FruitfulProsperousGenerousKind

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Peak Year

#17 in 2021

Total Births

237

First Recorded

1961

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