Ethan
Ethan is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of several different figures.
Ethan Meaning
Strong, Firm, Enduring
Historical Significance
Ethan has been consistently popular in the United States since the 1990s and reached peak popularity in the early 2000s.
Fun Fact
Ethan Allen, a hero of the American Revolution, helped popularize the name in the United States.
Literature Reference
Ethan Frome is the title character of Edith Wharton’s 1911 novel.
Music Reference
The song ‘Ethan’s Song’ by New Found Glory is named after the lead singer’s son, Ethan.
Famous Namesakes
- Ethan Hawke: Actor, writer, known for Before Sunrise trilogy, Training Day
- Ethan Allen: Revolutionary War hero, politician, known for Founder of the state of Vermont
- Ethan Coen: Filmmaker, known for Fargo, No Country for Old Men
Similar Names
Ethan Nicknames
E, Eth, Than
Related Names
Sibling Names
Liam, Noah, Oliver, William, Elijah, James, Benjamin, Lucas, Henry, Alexander, Mason, Michael, Daniel, Jacob, Logan, Jackson