Ebony Lakin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ebony Lakin — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ebony Lakin 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 Lakin: Arad Simon Lakin (1810–1890), American Methodist minister, and university president B. R. Lakin (1901–1984), American Baptist preacher and evangelist Barklie Lakin (1914–2011), British industrialist Charlie Lakin (born 1999), English footballer Charles Ernest Lakin (1878–1972), English physician Christine Lakin (born 1979), American actress Cyril Lakin (1915–1993), Welsh politician and farmer Daniel Lakin (born 1834), American Civil War sailor and Medal of Honor recipient George W. 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: Lakin

Welsh

Arad Simon Lakin (1810–1890), American Methodist minister, and university president B. R. Lakin (1901–1984), American Baptist preacher and evangelist Barklie Lakin (1914–2011), British industrialist Charlie Lakin (born 1999), English footballer Charles Ernest Lakin (1878–1972), English physician Christine Lakin (born 1979), American actress Cyril Lakin (1915–1993), Welsh politician and farmer Daniel Lakin (born 1834), American Civil War sailor and Medal of Honor recipient George W.

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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 Lakin

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 Lakin:

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 Lakin?
The surname Lakin originates from Welsh. Arad Simon Lakin (1810–1890), American Methodist minister, and university president B. R. Lakin (1901–1984), American Baptist preacher and evangelist Barklie Lakin (1914–2011), British industrialist Charlie Lakin (born 1999), English footballer Charles Ernest Lakin (1878–1972), English physician Christine Lakin (born 1979), American actress Cyril Lakin (1915–1993), Welsh politician and farmer Daniel Lakin (born 1834), American Civil War sailor and Medal of Honor recipient George W.
What are the origins of the name Ebony Lakin?
The name Ebony Lakin combines two different traditions: the first name Ebony has English roots, while the surname Lakin originates from Welsh.
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