Ebrima Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-BREE-mah / ɛˈbɹiːməMandinka; Arabic
Meaning
Ebrima (Mandinka) - 'the one who is blessed'; Ebrima (Arabic) - 'to be strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ebrima is primarily of Mandinka origin, a West African ethnic group known for its rich oral traditions and history. In Arabic culture, the name reflects strength and resilience, often associated with positive attributes in various contexts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ebrim
- Ebrimao
International Variants
- Ebrahim (Persian)
- Ibrahim (Arabic)
Famous people named Ebrima
Ebrima Camara — Gambian footballer.
Ebrima Sillah — Gambian politician.
Fictional characters named Ebrima
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ebrima was first seen in the United States in 1994. Ebrima has ranked as high as #1384 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ebrima has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ebrima (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2024 | 12 |