Mahogany is a word name taken from the deep reddish-brown hardwood, whose name is of uncertain origin and may come from an Arawak or West African word; it is read simply as "rich brown wood" and chosen with pride for its color. The 1975 film Mahogany, in which Diana Ross plays a fashion designer, gave the name a lasting glamour in African American families. It ranked number 1215 in 2000, its best year in the data, and sits at number 2676 in 2025 with 65 girls.