Eboni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eboni is an African name meaning dark or black, rooted in the concept of the ebony tree known for its deep black wood. It evolved through various languages from Latin to English and became popular in the late 20th century, particularly within African American culture. The name signifies beauty and strength, with no biblical relevance. Variants include Ebony and Ebonee, and it is currently viewed positively as a unique name.
The name Eboni is most popular in District of Columbia, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Eboni 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, 'Eboni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1445th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 800th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10878th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eboni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eboni"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛboʊni/
Origin
African
Etymology
The name Eboni is derived from the ebony tree, which is known for its rich, dark wood. The term 'ebony' comes from the Greek word 'ebenus' and the Latin 'ebenum', signifying a deep black color.
Meaning
dark or black
Language Evolution
Ebenus (Latin), Eben (Old French), Ebony (English)
Historical Usage
The name Eboni gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, as a symbol of beauty and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Ebony, Ebonee, Ebonie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Eboni is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with elegance and sophistication.
Famous People
Eboni K. Williams, an American attorney and television personality, Eboni Nichols, a well-known choreographer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eboni"
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 "Eboni"
"Eboni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1445th of 19264 | 1,159 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 800th of 27321 | 3,837 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2096th of 35406 | 1,422 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10878th of 30306 | 103 |
Regional Popularity of "Eboni" 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 "Eboni" 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) |
35.07% 1030th/2937 |
34.68% 1208th/3483 |
35.39% 1245th/3518 |
38.82% 1570th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.19% 707th/3685 |
20.04% 897th/4475 |
10.72% 557th/5194 |
24.22% 1530th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.11% 2525th/4582 |
52.71% 2722nd/5164 |
19.61% 1434th/7313 |
48.51% 3620th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eboni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eboni" 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.