Ephraim
boy name#988 in 2025Ephraim entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #403 in 1880, ranks #988 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#988
rank today
#403
peak (1880)
231
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #541 |
| 1890s | #757 |
| 1900s | #1018 |
| 1910s | #1101 |
| 1920s | #1237 |
| 1930s | #1747 |
| 1940s | #1739 |
| 1950s | #1656 |
| 1960s | #1585 |
| 1970s | #1322 |
| 1980s | #1243 |
| 1990s | #1518 |
| 2000s | #1229 |
| 2010s | #956 |
| 2020s | #1000 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ephraim has been most popular in NY, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 6,900 people named Ephraim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ephraim alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ephraim in 2025?
- Ephraim ranks #988 among US boy names in 2025, with 231 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ephraim most popular?
- Ephraim peaked in 1880, reaching #403 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ephraim with classmates?
- Ephraim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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