Ebony Chaffin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ebony Chaffin — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ebony Chaffin is a name that combines English origins. The first name Ebony is a feminine given name of English origin. Ebony is an English feminine given name often given in reference to the color black or to the type of wood. It has been particularly well used by Black people in the United States. It was among the one thousand most popular names for American girls between 1971 and 2005, but has since declined in usage. Spelling variants include Ebonee and Eboni. Ebony Alleyne, English R&B and soul singer L. The surname Chaffin: Ceán Chaffin (born 1957), American film producer Chad Chaffin (born 1968), American NASCAR driver Cleve Chaffin (1885–1959), American carnival musician Colonel Chaffin (c. 1826–1873), American little person Jessica Chaffin (born 1974), American actress, comedian, and writer Battle of Chaffin's Farm, battle during the American Civil War Chaffin's Bluff, in Virginia, United States Chaffin Formation, geologic formation in Texas Ebony is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ebony reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ebony

English

Ebony is an English feminine given name often given in reference to the color black or to the type of wood. It has been particularly well used by Black people in the United States. It was among the one thousand most popular names for American girls between 1971 and 2005, but has since declined in usage. Spelling variants include Ebonee and Eboni. Ebony Alleyne, English R&B and soul singer L.

Surname: Chaffin

English

Ceán Chaffin (born 1957), American film producer Chad Chaffin (born 1968), American NASCAR driver Cleve Chaffin (1885–1959), American carnival musician Colonel Chaffin (c. 1826–1873), American little person Jessica Chaffin (born 1974), American actress, comedian, and writer Battle of Chaffin's Farm, battle during the American Civil War Chaffin's Bluff, in Virginia, United States Chaffin Formation, geologic formation in Texas

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ebony is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ebony by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ebony Chaffin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ebony Chaffin:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ebony?
The first name Ebony originates from English. Ebony is an English feminine given name often given in reference to the color black or to the type of wood. It has been particularly well used by Black people in the United States. It was among the one thousand most popular names for American girls between 1971 and 2005, but has since declined in usage. Spelling variants include Ebonee and Eboni. Ebony Alleyne, English R&B and soul singer L.
When was Ebony most popular?
The name Ebony reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Chaffin?
The surname Chaffin originates from English. Ceán Chaffin (born 1957), American film producer Chad Chaffin (born 1968), American NASCAR driver Cleve Chaffin (1885–1959), American carnival musician Colonel Chaffin (c. 1826–1873), American little person Jessica Chaffin (born 1974), American actress, comedian, and writer Battle of Chaffin's Farm, battle during the American Civil War Chaffin's Bluff, in Virginia, United States Chaffin Formation, geologic formation in Texas
How common is the surname Chaffin?
The surname Chaffin is shared by approximately 10K people worldwide.
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