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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Memorial stone marking God's help
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- eb-en-EE-zer
Ebenezer is a Hebrew name, pronounced eb-en-EE-zer, that means "memorial stone marking God's help." It's a long, distinctive name with a clear, specific meaning behind it, which makes it easy to explain to family and friends.
Meaning & Origin of Ebenezer
Meaning: Memorial stone marking God's help.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Ebenezer
eb-en-EE-zerIPA /ˌɛbɪˈniːzər/
Popularity of Ebenezer
Ebenezer ranked #792 in 1884, the earliest year of Social Security data, with 7 babies given the name. By 2024 it stood at #2598 with 51 babies, so while it sits far lower on the list than it once did, it's still given to a small number of children each year.
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FAQ
What does the name Ebenezer mean?
Memorial stone marking God’s help. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ebenezer?
Ebenezer is pronounced eb-en-EE-zer (IPA: /ˌɛbɪˈniːzər/).
Is Ebenezer a popular name right now?
Ebenezer peaked at #792 in 1884 and is ranked #2598 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)
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