Strong, firm, enduring, or long-lived
Etan is a variant of the Hebrew name Ethan. It is derived from the word 'eitan,' which signifies permanence and strength. In the Old Testament, the name is associated with wisdom and resilience.
Less common today
Etan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,827 in 1992.
Subject of a famous missing child case that changed US laws
Former NBA player and activist
Screenwriter and director of Tropic Thunder
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
