Strong, firm, enduring, or long-lived
Derived from the Hebrew name Eitan, it signifies strength and permanence. In the Old Testament, the name is borne by several minor characters noted for their wisdom. It has become a staple in the United States, consistently ranking as a top choice for its solid, dependable sound.
About 7,852 boys were named Ethan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-nominated actor and writer
American Revolutionary War patriot and hero
Protagonist and IMF agent · Mission: Impossible
Title character of Edith Wharton's classic novel · Ethan Frome
Academy Award-winning filmmaker
The same feel as Ethan — far less common.
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