Name Profile
Effie
“Pleasant speech” — Scottish
GirlScottish2 syllablesCurrent rank #196 (1915)
About Effie
Rooted in Scottish tradition, Effie is a vintage-chic girl's name carrying the delightful meaning of "pleasant speech." It radiates a cozy, old-fashioned sweetness while remaining wonderfully approachable for a modern child. This melodic name is ideal for a little girl who brings joy and warmth to every conversation.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginScottish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Effie
FieEfieEfy
Popularity in the U.S.
Effie is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Effie popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Effie had 844 births in 1915.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1906 | 578 | #109 |
| 1907 | 578 | #115 |
| 1908 | 549 | #124 |
| 1909 | 538 | #132 |
| 1910 | 572 | #143 |
| 1911 | 549 | #147 |
| 1912 | 666 | #161 |
| 1913 | 708 | #164 |
| 1914 | 726 | #184 |
| 1915 | 844 | #196 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Effie Rose
- Effie Claire
- Effie June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Effie mean?
Effie is commonly linked to the meaning Pleasant speech and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Effie a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Effie is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Effie?
Popular nicknames include Fie, Efie, Efy.