Ebonie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ebonie originates from the English word for the dark hardwood 'ebony', symbolizing beauty and strength. The name has evolved from its association with the wood to become a modern name used primarily in the late 20th century. It carries connotations of elegance, and while it lacks biblical relevance, it is popular among those seeking unique names.
The name Ebonie is most popular in Illinois, 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, Ebonie 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, 'Ebonie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2445th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1415th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4856th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ebonie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ebonie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛbəni/
Origin
English
Etymology
Ebonie is derived from the word 'ebony', which refers to a dense black hardwood. The name symbolizes beauty and strength.
Meaning
dark, black wood
Language Evolution
Ebony (English term for the wood), Ebonie (modern variant)
Historical Usage
Ebonie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern variation of the name Ebony, especially among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Ebony, Ebon, Ebonyne
Modern Popularity & Image
Ebonie is viewed as a contemporary name often associated with elegance and uniqueness, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names.
Famous People
Ebonie Williams, an American journalist and television personality., Ebonie H. Smith, a notable figure in contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ebonie"
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 "Ebonie"
"Ebonie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2445th of 19264 | 511 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1415th of 27321 | 1,686 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4856th of 35406 | 434 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Ebonie" 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 "Ebonie" 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) |
50.29% 1477th/2937 |
58.05% 2022nd/3483 |
63.87% 2247th/3518 |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
31.67% 1167th/3685 |
39.49% 1767th/4475 |
21.22% 1102nd/5194 |
35.65% 2252nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
50.39% 3685th/7313 |
81.68% 6096th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ebonie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ebonie" 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.