Ebony Name Meaning
The name Ebony comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ebony below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ebony Name Meaning
EnglishFrom the English word ebony for the black wood which comes from the ebony tree. It is ultimately from the Egyptian word hbnj. In America this name is most often used by black parents.
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