Efia
Fact sheet
- Name
- Efia
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Efia is a female first name of African origin, primarily common in Ghana. The German translation of the name is "the one born on Friday."
What does the name Efia mean?
Efia is a popular female first name in Ghana, which translates to "the one born on Friday" in English. The roots of the name can be found in the Akan and Ewe languages, derived from the word afi, meaning "born on a Friday."
Where does the name Efia come from?
The name Efia comes from the Akan and Ewe languages and carries the meaning "the one born on Friday." The term is composed of the word afi, which in Akan and Ewe means "born on a Friday." The language is African, specifically Ghanaian.
How do you pronounce Efia?
E-fi-a, where the 'E' sounds like in 'Essen.'
Popularity
In Germany, Efia is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female first names. The best ranking of the name was achieved in 2011 with 1,649th place. In the last ten years, Efia has been used as a first name less than 10 times, placing it 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name is ranked 6,582nd. Global popularity and frequency of Efia are also noteworthy.
Nicknames & pet names
Efi
Frequently asked questions about the name Efia
What is the origin of the name Efia?
Efia comes from the Ghanaian languages Akan and Ewe.
What does the name Efia mean?
The meaning of Efia is 'the one born on Friday,' derived from the word afi.
How popular is the name Efia?
Efia is a popular first name in Ghana, but it is less frequently used outside the country.