Efrayim is a Hebrew male given name that means "fruitful, abundant". It is derived from the Hebrew word "efrim", which itself comes from the root verb "parah" meaning "to be fruitful". The name Efrayim is also associated with the biblical figure Ephraim, who was one of the twelve sons of Joseph and thus a direct descendant of Jacob, or Israel. In Jewish tradition, the tribe of Ephraim is considered to have been particularly favored by God due to its loyalty and devotion. As such, the name Efrayim has come to be associated with these positive qualities throughout history.
"The name Efrayim has seen a consistent increase in popularity from the late 80s to present day, with a significant jump between 2009 and 2012, and again around 2020-2023."