Meaning, origin, history
Ebony is a unique and captivating name of African origin, meaning "dark-skinned". It comes from the Swahili word "ubongo", which translates to "brain" or "intelligence". The name Ebony has been popularized in recent years due to its use by celebrities such as singer and actresses like Ebonee Davis and Ebonee Noel. Despite its relative rarity, Ebony carries a powerful and distinct identity, reflecting the beauty of dark skin tones and intelligence.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Ebbony since 1880
Total births
18
Total since 1880
Peak year
1999
7 births
in 1999
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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