Ebba
Meaning: Strong boar, wild strength
Origin: Old Norse/Germanic
History: An Old Norse name meaning strong. Has seen revival in Scandinavia in the 2010s.
Explore more at Norwegian Baby Names on BabyNa.me
Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Norway’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #67 |
| Babies named Ebba in 2025 | 95 |
| Total recorded in Norway | 1,018 |
| Peak year | 2025 (95 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #67 |
| Years in records | 1945–2025 (42 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 34 spots |
Frequently asked about Ebba
What does the name Ebba mean?
Ebba means “Strong boar, wild strength” from Old Norse/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Ebba?
Ebba has Old Norse/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Strong boar, wild strength”.
How popular is Ebba in Norway?
Ebba ranked #67 in Norway in 2025 — given to 95 babies that year.
When was Ebba most popular?
Ebba peaked in 2025 with 95 babies registered that year in Norway.
Is Ebba a boy or girl name?
Ebba is predominantly a girls' name in Norway — over 90% of Ebbas in registered births are female.
Is the name Ebba rising or falling in popularity?
Ebba has risen 34 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Norway — from #101 in 2020 to #67 in 2025.
How long has Ebba been recorded in Norway?
Ebba appears in birth records in Norway across 42 years — from 1945 through 2025.