Ephratah Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Ephratah

"Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2013 👥 12 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
12
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Ephratah Mean?

Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible. Ephrath usually refers to the ancient name for Bethlehem in Judah. It originally referred to the region around Bethlehem and was later identified with the town itself.. A person from Ephrath is called an Ephrathite.

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Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible. Ephrath usually refers to the ancient name for Bethlehem in Judah. It originally referred to the region around Bethlehem and was later identified with the town itself.. A person from Ephrath is called an Ephrathite.

Root Element
Ephratah
Core Meaning
"Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Ephratah

E 5
P 7
H 8
R 9
A 1
T 2
A 1
H 8
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

📊 Ephratah in Numbers

12 US bearers
2013 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Ephratah" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Ephrath, Ephrathah and Ephratah are variant spellings of the same Hebrew name mentioned in the Bible".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~12 people named Ephratah in the US. Peaked in 2013 with 6 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Ephratah?

The Life Path number for Ephratah is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 7.

Is Ephratah a boy or girl name?

Ephratah is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Ephratah in the US?

Approximately 12 people in the United States are named Ephratah. The name peaked in 2013 with 6 recorded uses.

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