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Spanish/Hebrew · Boy name

Efren

“fruitful or productive”

About the name Efren

Efren is a Spanish form of the Hebrew name Ephraim (Efrayim), which means ‘fruitful’ or ‘productive’. In the Bible, Ephraim was the second son of Joseph and the founder of one of the tribes of Israel. The name Efren is used in Spanish-speaking countries and retains its biblical roots and meaning. Notable bearers include Efren Reyes, a celebrated Filipino professional pool player, who has brought recognition to the name in the world of sports.

Meaning
fruitful or productive
Origin
Spanish/Hebrew
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
eh-FREN(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

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Middle names for Efren

  • Efren James
  • Efren Alexander
  • Efren Michael
  • Efren Raymond
  • Efren Thomas

Questions about Efren

What does Efren mean?
Efren is a Spanish name meaning "fruitful or productive".
How do you pronounce Efren?
Efren is pronounced eh-FREN, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Efren?
Variants of Efren include Efrén, Efraín.

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