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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Well-spoken, of good repute; in rare cases traced instead to a name meaning 'good fortune'
- Origin
- Greek (diminutive of Euphemia, rarely of Eftychia)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EF-ee
Effie is a Greek name, used as a diminutive of Euphemia and, less commonly, of Eftychia, and it's pronounced EF-ee. Its meaning traces to 'well-spoken, of good repute,' though in rarer cases it's linked instead to a name meaning 'good fortune.' On this site it's a girl's name with a clean, modern feel — a short, two-syllable option for parents who like pared-down names.
Meaning & Origin of Effie
Meaning: Well-spoken, of good repute; in rare cases traced instead to a name meaning 'good fortune'.
Origin: Greek (diminutive of Euphemia, rarely of Eftychia).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Effie
EF-eeIPA /ˈɛfi/
Popularity of Effie
Effie has appeared in U.S. baby name data since 1880, peaking at #55 in 1882 with 561 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #2507, with just 71 babies named Effie.
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FAQ
What does the name Effie mean?
Well-spoken, of good repute; in rare cases traced instead to a name meaning ‘good fortune’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Effie?
Effie is pronounced EF-ee (IPA: /ˈɛfi/).
Is Effie a popular name right now?
Effie peaked at #55 in 1882 and is ranked #2507 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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