Holding steady.
Popularity of Ebon since 1969
Babies named Ebon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 98 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ebon is a rare masculine name with a modern feel, first recorded in the United States in 1969. Its peak year was 1977, reflecting a pattern of occasional usage rather than sustained popularity. The name has remained stable in low usage over the decades, never ranking in the top 1000. Its likely derivation from the word 'ebony' connects it to nature and color-themed names, though it may also be a short form of Ebenezer. Despite its rarity, Ebon offers a distinctive and straightforward choice with a strong, simple sound.
Ebon likely derives from the English word 'ebony,' referring to a dense black wood, which itself comes from Latin 'ebenus' and Greek 'ebenos.' It may also be a modern variant of Ebenezer, a Hebrew name meaning 'stone of help.' The name has seen occasional use as a given name since the late 1960s, with a peak in 1977, possibly influenced by nature-related or color names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ebb, Ebi
Sibling names for Ebon
Names that share Ebon's style, for a brother or sister.
