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The name Ephrata is a girl's name meaning "fruitful place".

Derived from the Biblical place name and given name, Ephrath, Ephrata may feel more accessible and name-y in the US. Also written as Efrata and Ephratah, it appears in the names of towns in Pennsylvania and Washington, possibly because the original place name is associated with Bethlehem. 
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Nicknames Ephie and Etta might make this appeal to some, with 11 babies received the name in 2024. 

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The name Ephrata is currently ranked #15622 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #8284 in 2018. The name is most popular in Maryland.

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