Ebony vs Dontaye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ebony

Boy #29,527 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"deep black, dark tropical wood"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian via Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29,527
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ebony Rank #29,527
Dontaye Rank #29,657

Ebony is more popular, ranked #29527 vs #29657 for Dontaye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ebony or Dontaye more popular?

Ebony is more popular, ranked #29527 compared to Dontaye at #29657 in the United States.

What do Ebony and Dontaye mean?

Ebony means "deep black, dark tropical wood" (Ancient Egyptian via Greek origin).

Are Ebony and Dontaye boy or girl names?

Ebony is primarily a boy name. Dontaye is primarily a boy name.

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