Ethan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehth-ahn
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Strong, enduring, firm

Ethan is a timeless name that exudes strength, character, and reliability. With its roots in the Hebrew language, Ethan means “strong” and “firm,” qualities that have been admired for centuries across cultures and generations. The name reflects the enduring power of quiet confidence—someone who stands steady like a rock, dependable and true in both word and action. In the Bible, Ethan the Ezrahite is known for his wisdom, as mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31, where Solomon’s wisdom is compared to that of Ethan’s—implying a person of great understanding, leadership, and stability.

Ethan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ethan is currently #224 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Ethan is currently #126 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Ethan is currently #102 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Ethan is currently #59 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ethan is currently #114 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Ethan is currently #62 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Ethan is currently #122 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Famous People Named Ethan

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Ethan, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Ethan Hawke: Ethan Hawke is an American actor, writer, and director known for his roles in "Before Sunrise," "Training Day," and "Boyhood."
  • Ethan Coen: Ethan Coen is an American filmmaker known for his work with his brother Joel as the Coen Brothers, directing films such as "Fargo," "The Big Lebowski," and "No Country for Old Men."
  • Ethan Suplee: Ethan Suplee is an American actor known for his roles in "My Name Is Earl," "Remember the Titans," and "The Wolf of Wall Street."
  • Ethan Peck: Ethan Peck is an American actor known for his roles in "10 Things I Hate About You" and "Star Trek

 

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