Etai Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ay-TIE /eɪˈtaɪ/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is my salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Etai has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the word 'אֵיתַי' (Eitai), which translates to 'my support' or 'my strength.' This name is composed of the Hebrew elements 'אֵית' (et) meaning 'support' and the suffix 'י' (ai), which indicates possession. The name appears in the biblical context, specifically in the Old Testament, where Etai is mentioned as a loyal warrior in the service of King David, notably in the Second Book of Samuel, around the 10th century BCE.
This historical figure, Etai the Gittite, is recognized for his unwavering loyalty during a tumultuous period in David's reign, which adds a layer of significance to the name within Jewish tradition. Throughout the centuries, the name Etai has been associated with themes of loyalty and strength, resonating with the qualities admired in various cultures.
The biblical narrative surrounding Etai has contributed to its endurance in Jewish communities, where names often carry historical and spiritual weight. The name has also been transliterated into various forms in different languages, maintaining its core meaning while adapting to linguistic nuances.
Culturally, Etai embodies the values of support and fidelity, which are significant in many societies. The name's historical roots and the legacy of its biblical namesake have allowed it to persist in various forms, often celebrated in religious contexts and family traditions.
While diminutive forms may exist, the name Etai itself remains a strong representation of its original meaning and historical significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Etai was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Etai has ranked as high as #1373 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Etai has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Etai is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Etai was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Etai (2007)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Etai.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |