Ethan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-thən / ˈiːθənHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: strong; English: firm
Historical & Cultural Background
Ethan is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'strong' or 'firm'. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of a wise man. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. It has been consistently used in various cultures, reflecting strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Ethan has been a consistently popular name in the United States, frequently appearing in the top 10 names for boys over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ethen
- Eitan
International Variants
- Eitan (Hebrew)
- Ethan (Spanish)
- Eitan (Yiddish)
Famous people named Ethan
Ethan Hawke is an American actor, director, and author known for his roles in films such as 'Before Sunrise' and 'Training Day'.
Ethan Allen was an American Revolutionary War hero and the leader of the Green Mountain Boys.
Ethan Coen is an American filmmaker, known for his work with his brother Joel in the Coen Brothers duo.
Ethan Zuckerman is an American academic and internet activist known for his work on digital media and technology.
Fictional characters named Ethan
Ethan Hunt is the main character in the 'Mission: Impossible' film series, portrayed by Tom Cruise.
Ethan Frome is the title character in Edith Wharton's novel 'Ethan Frome', representing themes of tragedy and unfulfilled desire.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ethan was first seen in the United States in 1882. Ethan has ranked as high as #6 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ethan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ethan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 1,262 | |
| TX | 1,045 | |
| NY | 727 | |
| FL | 646 | |
| GA | 271 | |
| IL | 266 | |
| PA | 265 | |
| VA | 233 | |
| NC | 219 | |
| MA | 205 | |
| WA | 195 | |
| OH | 180 | |
| MD | 175 | |
| MI | 141 | |
| TN | 134 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 31 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 27 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 25 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 23 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 33 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 31 |
| 1944 | 28 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 27 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 52 |
| 1953 | 43 |
| 1954 | 64 |
| 1955 | 53 |
| 1956 | 62 |
| 1957 | 65 |
| 1958 | 73 |
| 1959 | 84 |
| 1960 | 94 |
| 1961 | 114 |
| 1962 | 132 |
| 1963 | 135 |
| 1964 | 202 |
| 1965 | 183 |
| 1966 | 169 |
| 1967 | 187 |
| 1968 | 170 |
| 1969 | 218 |
| 1970 | 268 |
| 1971 | 365 |
| 1972 | 513 |
| 1973 | 519 |
| 1974 | 524 |
| 1975 | 542 |
| 1976 | 563 |
| 1977 | 673 |
| 1978 | 629 |
| 1979 | 706 |
| 1980 | 708 |
| 1981 | 735 |
| 1982 | 715 |
| 1983 | 732 |
| 1984 | 729 |
| 1985 | 670 |
| 1986 | 599 |
| 1987 | 656 |
| 1988 | 895 |
| 1989 | 4,056 |
| 1990 | 6,989 |
| 1991 | 6,129 |
| 1992 | 4,905 |
| 1993 | 4,164 |
| 1994 | 4,165 |
| 1995 | 4,933 |
| 1996 | 5,853 |
| 1997 | 7,806 |
| 1998 | 10,536 |
| 1999 | 11,446 |
| 2000 | 15,225 |
| 2001 | 17,962 |
| 2002 | 22,112 |
| 2003 | 21,361 |
| 2004 | 22,210 |
| 2005 | 21,318 |
| 2006 | 20,522 |
| 2007 | 21,039 |
| 2008 | 20,221 |
| 2009 | 19,855 |
| 2010 | 18,017 |
| 2011 | 16,696 |
| 2012 | 17,694 |
| 2013 | 16,259 |
| 2014 | 15,748 |
| 2015 | 15,099 |
| 2016 | 13,854 |
| 2017 | 12,478 |
| 2018 | 11,930 |
| 2019 | 11,307 |
| 2020 | 9,551 |
| 2021 | 8,858 |
| 2022 | 8,308 |
| 2023 | 7,802 |
| 2024 | 8,170 |