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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EB-oh-nee //ˈɛboʊni//
Origin: African; English
Meaning: African: dark; English: derived from ebony wood
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eboni is derived from the English word "ebony," which refers to a dense black hardwood that comes from various species of trees in the genus Diospyros. The term "ebony" itself has roots in the ancient Egyptian word "hbny," which referred to the wood, and it was later adopted into Greek as "ebenos" and Latin as "ebenus." The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, where the word came to denote not only the wood but also the color associated with it, symbolizing richness and elegance.
Historically, ebony wood has been valued since antiquity for its beauty and durability, often used in fine furniture, musical instruments, and decorative carvings. The significance of ebony in various cultures contributed to its association with luxury and status.
In the context of names, Eboni emerged as a modern variant of the traditional name Ebony, gaining traction in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, where it reflects a cultural appreciation for heritage and identity. The name Eboni carries connotations of strength and beauty, paralleling the qualities of the wood from which it derives its name.
It resonates with themes of resilience and elegance, making it a meaningful choice for many. The use of Eboni as a given name reflects a broader trend in naming practices that emphasize unique spellings and phonetic appeal, while still maintaining a connection to historical and cultural roots.
Famous people named Eboni
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Eboni K. Williams is a television host and attorney best known for The Real Housewives of New York City, Fox News, and her podcast Holding Court.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eboni was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Eboni has ranked as high as #870 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in Texas, Illinois, California, Georgia, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Eboni has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eboni is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Eboni was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Eboni (2012)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Eboni.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2008 | 61 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2004 | 62 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2002 | 94 |
| 2001 | 112 |
| 2000 | 128 |
| 1999 | 163 |
| 1998 | 203 |
| 1997 | 171 |
| 1996 | 200 |
| 1995 | 244 |
| 1994 | 214 |
| 1993 | 238 |
| 1992 | 243 |
| 1991 | 253 |
| 1990 | 252 |
| 1989 | 234 |
| 1988 | 255 |
| 1987 | 248 |
| 1986 | 251 |
| 1985 | 238 |
| 1984 | 239 |
| 1983 | 237 |
| 1982 | 282 |
| 1981 | 209 |
| 1980 | 206 |
| 1979 | 200 |
| 1978 | 178 |
| 1977 | 130 |
| 1976 | 138 |
| 1975 | 102 |
| 1974 | 78 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1972 | 43 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1970 | 15 |