Eber Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-bur / /ˈeɪ.bər/Hebrew; German
Meaning
Hebrew: 'wild boar'; German: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Eber is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with biblical contexts. In the Bible, Eber is a descendant of Shem and an ancestor of Abraham. The name is also found in German-speaking cultures, where it carries connotations of bravery. It has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its diverse cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Eber has remained relatively uncommon in the U.S., with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eberhard
- Eberhardo
International Variants
- Eber (German)
- Eberhardt (German)
Famous people named Eber
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Fictional characters named Eber
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eber was first seen in the United States in 1880. Eber has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Eber has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eber (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 9 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 41 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 21 |