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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Ephron — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Ephriam|Epic
HebrewBoy→ Stable

Ephron

EF-ron · 2 syllables

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Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12911 in 2022

Peak: #12911 in 2022

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12911 in 2022

Peak: #12911 in 2022

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.4 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)19962022

Rank #12911 · Falling since 1996

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class

Score Breakdown

Meaning60

Meaningful origin with moderate historical depth.

Trend55

Holding steady in the rankings.

Uniqueness45

Moderately common — familiar but not ubiquitous.

Feasibility50

Some practical considerations — review details below.

Name DNA
HebrewBiblicalReligiousClassic2-syllableNature referenceTraditionalBoy-leaningRare
Character
steadfast determinationquiet strengthprincipled integritymeasured wisdom
STRONG
High confidence

Ephron is a Hebrew boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Ephron at a Glance
Meaning:From Hebrew 'Ephron', meaning 'fawn' or 'young deer', symbolizing grace and gentleness. Biblical place name from Genesis.
Language root:Hebrew · Biblical
Peak rank:#12911 in 2022
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers
Ephron (Biblical)
Hittite landowner in Genesis
Similar Sound
EfrenEvronAaronAronEren◈
Similar Style
EthanEzraEli◈Micah◈Noah
Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Ephron
NaomiHannahRuthIsaacCalebBenjamin
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Ephron · Overview
Summary

Ephron is a Hebrew boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 0/100 → Stable

Strengths
Religious · Classic character
Ephron carries a gentle, grounded quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
ephron.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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