Ephrim
boy nameEphrim entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3981 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3981
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3981 |
| 1970s | #5587 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ephrim are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ephrim alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ephrim in 2025?
- Ephrim is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ephrim most popular?
- Ephrim peaked in 1917, reaching #3981 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ephrim with classmates?
- Ephrim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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