Holding steady.
Popularity of Ebany since 1985
Babies named Ebany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 80 |
| 2010s | 22 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ebany is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985, likely as a spelling variant of Ebony. It never reached the top 1,000 names, with its peak year being 2004, when it saw its highest number of births. Since then, usage has remained stable but infrequent, with no strong regional concentration, as reflected by its lack of top state data. The name's estimated rarity (no reliable 1-in-N figure due to low counts) underscores its unique character. Ebany's trajectory has been consistently steady, marking it as a choice for parents seeking an uncommon, nature-inspired name with a modern feel.
Ebany is most likely a respelling or diminutive of Ebony, which derives from the Greek word 'ebenos' via Latin 'ebenus', referring to the dark hard wood of the ebony tree. The name Ebony came into use as a given name in the 20th century, especially in the United States, inspired by the wood's color and the broader trend of nature names. Ebany represents a minor spelling variation that emerged in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eba, Bany, Annie
Sibling names for Ebany
Names that share Ebany's style, for a brother or sister.
