Ebenezer
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Ebenezer is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Stone of the help".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Popularity
76 / 100
Syllables
4
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Stone of the help
Etymology
Ebenezer, less commonly spelled Ebenezar, is a male given name of Hebrew origin meaning "stone of the help". The name is sometimes abbreviated as Eben. Ebenezer Scrooge from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol has given the name a negative connotation.
Famous People Named Ebenezer
- Ebenezer Howard — British writer, founder of the garden city movement (1850–1928)
- Ebenezer Cobb Morley — English sportsman (1831-1924)
- Ebenezer Assifuah — Ghanaian footballer
- Ebenezer Ofori — Ghanaian footballer
- Ebenezer Elliott — British poet (1781-1849)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ebenezer
What does the name Ebenezer mean?
Ebenezer means "Stone of the help", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Ebenezer?
Ebenezer originates from Hebrew.
Is Ebenezer a boy or girl name?
Ebenezer is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Ebenezer?
Yes — notable people named Ebenezer include Ebenezer Howard (British writer, 1850–1928), Ebenezer Cobb Morley (English sportsman, 1831-1924), Ebenezer Assifuah (Ghanaian footballer), Ebenezer Ofori (Ghanaian footballer) and Ebenezer Elliott (British poet, 1781-1849).
Last updated: June 2026