In 2024, 8,170 boys in the United States were named Ethan, making it the 19th most popular boy's name that year.
It has fallen over the decade, from 6th ten years before.
Its busiest year on record was 2004, with 22,336 births.
Records for Ethan go back to 1882, and 480,199 babies have been given the name since.
Hebrew name meaning "strong" or "firm." Known from the Biblical figure Ethan the Ezrahite, celebrated for his wisdom. Its friendly sound balances strength with approachability.
Ethan is of Hebrew origin, described as biblical in style.
In 2024, Ethan went to 9 girls and 8,170 boys — over 99% boys.
In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.
Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.
Hebrew name meaning "strong" or "firm." Known from the Biblical figure Ethan the Ezrahite, celebrated for his wisdom.
Ethan is of Hebrew origin, and is usually described as biblical in style.
In 2024, 8,170 boys in the United States were named Ethan, making it the 19th most popular boy's name that year.
In 2024, Ethan went to 9 girls and 8,170 boys — over 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.