Ebony is a gender-neutral name with Latin origins, meaning "deep black wood". The name derives from the ancient Egyptian name for the tree, which was later adopted by the Greeks and Romans. The word "ebony" was first used in the 17th century to describe a very dark black color. The origin of the name Ebony can be traced back to ancient Egypt and the use of the tree's hard, dark-colored wood. Ebony wood has been historically used for various purposes, including carving, musical instruments, and cabinetry. The use of polished ebony wood for black piano keys and black chess pieces has also been a tradition in the musical and gaming industries. The name Ebony gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and has since been a preferred choice for many people.
Ebony is currently #295 in the popularity of the name rankings.
Girl: Ebony is currently #150 on Kiindred Girl Names
Overall Nature:
Ebony is currently #107 on Kiindred Nature Names
Girl Nature:
Ebony is currently #67 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
Overall Unique:
Ebony is currently #292 on Kiindred Unique Names
Girl Unique:
Ebony is currently #150 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
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