Ebony

Girl's name

Ebony is derived from the dark, hard wood of the ebony tree. It is of English origin and means "black wood."

Meaning Black wood
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 23 Falling
Peak year 1982

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ebony Bones - British singer-songwriter and actress.
  • Ebony Reigns - Ghanaian singer known for Afrobeats music.
  • Ebony Williams - American dancer and choreographer.
  • Ebony Magazine - Iconic African-American lifestyle publication.
  • Ebony Clark - American actress and model.
  • Ebony Nettles-Bey - American spoken word poet.
  • Ebony Thomas - American scholar and author.
  • Ebony Kenney - American professional poker player.
  • Ebony Day - British singer-songwriter and YouTuber.
  • Ebony Banks - American high school student with viral prom request.

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Brothers for Ebony

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