Ethan - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Ethan \e-than\ is pronounced EE-than. It is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "firmness, long-lived". From Eitan. Biblical: a man of Israel noted for his wisdom. American patriot Ethan Allen was a famous Revolutionary War leader. Actor Ethan Hawke.

Ethan has 4 variant forms: Aitan, Eitan, Etan and Ethen.

Baby names that sound like Ethan are Athan, Eidan, Edan and Eton.

Ethan is a popular male first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Ethan. Compare Ethan with related baby names.