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Origin: Norse

Meaning: Brave; Strong boar; Strength or courage of a wild boar

This Old Norse name is sure to instill fearlessness in your little one. Ebbe is a gender-neutral name that means “brave” or “strong boar.” It is derived from the Old German name Eberhard which means “strength or courage of a wild boar.” Eberhard was once a popular choice for royalty, the most notable example being Eberhard, the Frankish Duke of Friuli, who was an influential figure in the Carolingian Empire. Ebbe is a lovely choice that sounds sweet and soft while still having a strong and fierce meaning, representing your baby’s inner strength.