Eban is an uncommon, yet distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'stone'. It is derived from the Hebrew word 'even', which translates to 'stone' in English. This name carries a sense of strength and solidity, much like the stone itself. Eban was once primarily used as a surname but has since become more prevalent as a first name, particularly in countries with significant Jewish populations.
The name Eban experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century, with a notable spike occurring recently. From 1972 to 2013, there were periods where the name was quite popular (peaking at 21 births in 2008) and others where it was much less so (dropping as low as 5 births in several years). However, since 2013, there has been a resurgence of interest in the name Eban, with numbers ranging from 8 to 11 births each year until 2020. This recent trend suggests that the name may be regaining popularity among parents. Overall, there have been a total of 255 births with the name Eban since 1972.