Ebony Gomez

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ebony Gomez — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ebony Gomez 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 Gomez: Gómez (frequently anglicized as Gomez) is a common Spanish patronymic surname of Germanic origin meaning "son of Gome". The Portuguese and Old Galician version is Gomes, while the Catalan form is Gomis. The given name Gome is derived from the Visigothic word guma, "man", with multiple Germanic cognates with the same meaning (Old English guma, Middle English gome/gomo, High Old German gomo, Middle High German gome), which are related to Latin homo, "man". 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: Gomez

Spanish

Gómez (frequently anglicized as Gomez) is a common Spanish patronymic surname of Germanic origin meaning "son of Gome". The Portuguese and Old Galician version is Gomes, while the Catalan form is Gomis. The given name Gome is derived from the Visigothic word guma, "man", with multiple Germanic cognates with the same meaning (Old English guma, Middle English gome/gomo, High Old German gomo, Middle High German gome), which are related to Latin homo, "man".

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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 Gomez

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 Gomez:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Gomez?
The surname Gomez originates from Spanish. Gómez (frequently anglicized as Gomez) is a common Spanish patronymic surname of Germanic origin meaning "son of Gome". The Portuguese and Old Galician version is Gomes, while the Catalan form is Gomis. The given name Gome is derived from the Visigothic word guma, "man", with multiple Germanic cognates with the same meaning (Old English guma, Middle English gome/gomo, High Old German gomo, Middle High German gome), which are related to Latin homo, "man".
What are the origins of the name Ebony Gomez?
The name Ebony Gomez combines two different traditions: the first name Ebony has English roots, while the surname Gomez originates from Spanish.
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