Eboni
African American · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Eboni
The name 'Eboni' is a modern English variant of 'Ebony,' derived from the Greek word *ebenos* via Latin *ebenus*, referring to the hard, dark wood, and symbolizing strength, mystery, or beauty.
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Etymology
The name 'Eboni' is a modern English variant of 'Ebony,' derived from the Greek word *ebenos* via Latin *ebenus*, referring to the hard, dark wood, and symbolizing strength, mystery, or beauty. It is primarily used in African American and English-speaking cultures, often adopted during the Black Pride movement of the 1960s–70s to celebrate Black identity, with no specific religious affiliation.
Eboni currently ranks #15,970 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1982.
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