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Origin: Egyptian

Meaning: Deep black wood

If Ebony strikes a chord for you, why not show some love to one of its most popular respellings, Ebonee? This girl's name has multiple origins and is rooted in the Latin word ebenus and the Greek word hebenos. Both are thought to derive from the ancient Egyptian word, hbny. Whatever the form, they all point to the same "deep black wood" known as ebony. With such a bold and sturdy namesake, baby will grow to be super confident and strong-willed. They may also be a bit stubborn, and with time, you'll learn to see this as a gift!