Names of US

Ethan

Ethan is a popular male name in the United States with 20th on the top list for 2021.

During the last 100 years 454,662 newborn boys were given the the name Ethan
736 girls were given the name.

The trend of newborns named Ethan in the US last 20 years

The name Ethan has a biblical origin and is derived from the Hebrew name אֵיתָן (Eitan).
The meaning of the name Ethan is "firm, strong, and enduring". It is also interpreted to mean "long-lived".

Name Trend

Ethan has been a popular name in the United States for many years, consistently ranking in the top 20 most popular names for boys. It has remained a popular name choice for parents due to its strong and classic appeal, as well as its versatility and adaptability to modern times.

Famous People Named Ethan

  • Ethan Hawke, American actor and director
  • Ethan Embry, American actor
  • Ethan Suplee, American actor

Interesting Facts

  • Ethan is also a popular name in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom
  • In the Bible, Ethan was a wise man and a poet who was famous for his wisdom
  • Ethan is a name that can be shortened or lengthened to suit various preferences and styles, such as Eth or Ethie

Ethan rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)

Nicknames for Ethan

EEEShortening of the first letter of the name
EthETHShortening of the first syllable of the name
ThanTHANShortening of the last syllable of the name
E-TEE-TEECombination of the first letter and the first syllable of the name
E-ManEE-MANPlay on the similarity between the first syllable of the name and the word 'man

Famous people named Ethan

Ethan HawkeActorKnown for his roles in "Dead Poets Society," "Reality Bites," and "Training Day".
Ethan AllenRevolutionary War heroKnown for leading the Green Mountain Boys in capturing Fort Ticonderoga during the American Revolution.
Ethan CoenFilmmakerKnown for his work with his brother Joel Coen on films such as "Fargo," "No Country for Old Men," and "The Big Lebowski.
Ethan PhillipsActorKnown for his role as Neelix on the TV series "Star Trek: Voyager.
Ethan EmbryActorKnown for his roles in "Can't Hardly Wait," "That Thing You Do!," and "Empire Records.
Ethan ZohnProfessional soccer player and reality TV personalityKnown for winning "Survivor: Africa" and for his work with Grassroot Soccer, an organization that uses soccer to educate communities about HIV/AIDS prevention.
Ethan Allen BrownPoliticianKnown for serving as the governor of Ohio from 1818 to 1822.
Ethan CouchInfamous teenagerKnown for his "affluenza" defense in a drunk driving case that killed four people.
Ethan FromeFictional characterProtagonist of the novel "Ethan Frome" by Edith Wharton.
Ethan HuntFictional characterProtagonist of the "Mission: Impossible" film series.

Fictional character called Ethan from pop culture

Ethan HuntMission: Impossible franchiseProtagonist of the Mission: Impossible film series, played by Tom Cruise
Ethan WateBeautiful CreaturesProtagonist of the Beautiful Creatures book series and film adaptation
Ethan ChandlerPenny DreadfulProtagonist of the Penny Dreadful TV series, played by Josh Hartnett
Ethan NakamuraHeroesMinor character in the Heroes TV series with the ability to manipulate technology
Ethan RayneBuffy the Vampire SlayerRecurring villain in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer TV series, played by Robin Sachs
Ethan MarsHeavy RainProtagonist of the Heavy Rain video game, a father trying to save his son from a serial killer
Ethan Roark Jr.Sin CityAntagonist in the Sin City film adaptation, played by Powers Boothe
Ethan ThomasCondemned: Criminal OriginsProtagonist of the Condemned: Criminal Origins video game, an FBI agent investigating serial killers
Ethan EdwardsThe SearchersProtagonist of the classic Western film The Searchers, played by John Wayne
Ethan BurkeWayward PinesProtagonist of the Wayward Pines TV series, played by Matt Dillon

Frequently Asked Questions about Ethan

What is the origin of the name Ethan?The name Ethan is of Hebrew origin.
What does the name Ethan mean?The name Ethan means 'strong' or 'firm'.
Is Ethan a popular name?Yes, Ethan has been a popular name for boys in the United States since the 1990s.
What are some famous people named Ethan?Famous people named Ethan include actor Ethan Hawke, musician Ethan Johns, and author Ethan Canin.
Is Ethan a unisex name?No, Ethan is typically a masculine name.
What are some common variations or nicknames for the name Ethan?Some common variations or nicknames for Ethan include Eitan, Ethen, and Eth.
What is the current ranking of the name Ethan in popularity?According to the Social Security Administration, Ethan was the 7th most popular name for boys in the United States in 2020.