Ebone Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ebone is an African-American name that means 'black wood,' derived from the word 'ebony.' It evolved from the term associated with dense black wood, and its usage became more widespread in the late 20th century. The name reflects cultural identity and strength, with no biblical relevance.
The name Ebone is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ebone has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ebone' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6484th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2054th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12495th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Ebone' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ebone"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːboʊn/
Origin
African-American
Etymology
The name Ebone is derived from the word 'ebony', which refers to a dense black wood derived from several different species of trees. The term itself has roots in the Egyptian word 'hbn', relating to the color black.
Meaning
black wood
Language Evolution
Ebone, Ebony
Historical Usage
Ebone gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African-American communities, as a unique and modern variation of the name Ebony.
Variants & Derivatives
Ebony, Eboni, Ebonie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ebone is viewed as a contemporary name that carries a connection to cultural heritage and identity, often associated with strength and beauty.
Famous People
Ebonee Noel, Ebonee Davis
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ebone"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ebone"
"Ebone" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6484th of 19264 | 112 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2054th of 27321 | 960 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12495th of 35406 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Ebone" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ebone" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
91.79% 3197th/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
30.07% 1562nd/5194 |
51.75% 3269th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ebone"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ebone" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.