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Ebony

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Ebony is a girl's name of English origin meaning "From the name of the deep black wood, ultimately from Greek ebenos.". It is pronounced EB-uh-nee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 92/100) and fading.

English origin ยท /EB-uh-nee/ ยท nature

Meaning: From the name of the deep black wood, ultimately from Greek ebenos.

Popularity 92/1003 syllablesPeaked 1982โ†“ Falling

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Most popular in the 1980s.

Today, Ebony is one of the most common baby names (popularity 92/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Ebony

What does Ebony mean?

Ebony means "From the name of the deep black wood, ultimately from Greek ebenos.". It is of English origin.

Is Ebony a boy or girl name?

Ebony is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Ebony?

Ebony is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 92/100. It was most popular in the 1980s.

How is Ebony pronounced?

Ebony is pronounced EB-uh-nee.

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