Ebony Gordillo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ebony Gordillo — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ebony Gordillo 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 Gordillo: Cristian Gordillo (born 1990), Mexican footballer Elba Esther Gordillo (born 1945), Mexican politician, affiliated to the Institutional Revolutionary Party until 2006 Gabriel París Gordillo (1910–2008), President of Colombia from May 1957 to August 1958 Gerardo Gordillo (born 1994), Guatemalan footballer John Gordillo, English director and comedian Jordi Gordillo (born 1983), Spanish Paralympic swimmer José Antonio Gordillo (born 1974), Spanish footballer and manager Juan Antonio Gordillo (born 1947), Mexican politician affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party Juan Manuel Sánchez . 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: Gordillo

Spanish

Cristian Gordillo (born 1990), Mexican footballer Elba Esther Gordillo (born 1945), Mexican politician, affiliated to the Institutional Revolutionary Party until 2006 Gabriel París Gordillo (1910–2008), President of Colombia from May 1957 to August 1958 Gerardo Gordillo (born 1994), Guatemalan footballer John Gordillo, English director and comedian Jordi Gordillo (born 1983), Spanish Paralympic swimmer José Antonio Gordillo (born 1974), Spanish footballer and manager Juan Antonio Gordillo (born 1947), Mexican politician affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party Juan Manuel Sánchez .

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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 Gordillo

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 Gordillo:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Gordillo?
The surname Gordillo originates from Spanish. Cristian Gordillo (born 1990), Mexican footballer Elba Esther Gordillo (born 1945), Mexican politician, affiliated to the Institutional Revolutionary Party until 2006 Gabriel París Gordillo (1910–2008), President of Colombia from May 1957 to August 1958 Gerardo Gordillo (born 1994), Guatemalan footballer John Gordillo, English director and comedian Jordi Gordillo (born 1983), Spanish Paralympic swimmer José Antonio Gordillo (born 1974), Spanish footballer and manager Juan Antonio Gordillo (born 1947), Mexican politician affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party Juan Manuel Sánchez .
What are the origins of the name Ebony Gordillo?
The name Ebony Gordillo combines two different traditions: the first name Ebony has English roots, while the surname Gordillo originates from Spanish.
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