Ebony vs Jes

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
Jes Rank #29,594

Ebony is more popular, ranked #29527 vs #29594 for Jes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ebony or Jes more popular?

Ebony is more popular, ranked #29527 compared to Jes at #29594 in the United States.

What do Ebony and Jes mean?

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

Are Ebony and Jes boy or girl names?

Ebony is primarily a boy name. Jes is primarily a boy name.

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