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History and meaning of the name Ethan
The name Ethan is of Hebrew origin and means “Firm and Steadfast.” The characteristics of firm, steadfast, strong and enduring are seen in Ethan, the wise Ezrahite in the Bible, who lived a long and notable life, and whose fame spread to all of the surrounding nations.
The meaning of the name “Ethan” is consistent across several languages, countries and cultures, and LindseyBoo Creations strives for accuracy in researching the origins and meanings of names. If you have a special meaning for your Ethan, however, please let us know and I will custom-write it for you (at no additional charge)!
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Famous People named Ethan
Famous people named Ethan include the actor Ethan Hawke; and actor Ethan Peck, grandson of the famous actor Gregory Peck.
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Your Ethan
Is your Ethan firm, steadfast, and strong? I’m sure he is! I love to hear from my customers about how the meanings of their loved ones’ names really do match their names!
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Frequently asked questions about the name Ethan (FAQ)
Is Ethan a strong name?
Ethan is a male given name of Hebrew origin (איתן) that means “firm, enduring, strong and long-lived”. The name Ethan appears eight times in the Hebrew Bible (1 Kings. 4:31, Ps. 89 title, 1 Chr. 2:6 and 2:8, 1 Chr. 6:42 and 6:44, and 1 Chr. 15:17 and 15:19). See Ethan (biblical figure).
It may also be spelled or pronounced as Etan, Eitan or Eytan.
Is Ethan a rare name?
While the name Ethan has been in the top 100 most popular names in the United States for over 30 years now, and the top 20 for the last two decades, it hasn’t always held the same popularity. Ethan was a top 1,000 most popular names in 1901 but fell off the list.
Is Ethan in the Bible?
Ethan (Hebrew: אֵיתָן, Modern: ʾĒtan, Tiberian: ʾĒṯān, “Firm”) the Ezrahite, is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. Ethan was a singer at King David’s court well known for his wisdom. He authored Psalms 89: this Psalm is entitled “a maschil or contemplation of Ethan the Ezrahite”.
Is Ethan a classic name?
Ethan is a biblical name and a traditional pick for families that is enduring, sturdy and sensitive. It’s also the name of a Revolutionary War hero (and a furniture franchise), Ethan Allen. It remains a distinctive choice today.
Does Ethan mean intelligent?
Meaning “strong”. Per the Old Testament, Ethan was a wise man known for his intelligence. It is a classic name, as a very stylish name for a baby boy. This is an Irish name that means “wise advisor”.
What middle names go with Ethan?
Here are a few middle name ideas for a boy named Ethan
Ethan Alexander
Ethan Blake
Ethan Bradley
Ethan Brady
Ethan Brody
Ethan Brennan
Ethan Bryson
Ethan Christopher
Ethan Collin
Ethan William
Is Ethan a common name?
Ethan is also popular in the United States and was the 10th most popular boy’s name in 2016. According to the US data, 97% of all American boys named Ethan were born after 1989.
Origin of the name Ethan?
The name Ethan is Hebrew in origin and most often means “strong,” “safe,” “solid,” and “firm.” These are characteristics seen in Ethan, “the Ezrahite,” from the Bible. He is also viewed as being wise.
What is the meaning of the name Ethan?
What Does Ethan Mean? The name Ethan is Hebrew in origin and most often means “strong,” “safe,” “solid,” and “firm.” These are characteristics seen in Ethan, “the Ezrahite,” from the Bible. He is also viewed as being wise.
If you enjoy reading about the popularity and meanings of names, check out my in-depth article “What’s in a Name?”
What’s in a name?
Here is a short excerpt:
“We believe all children are gifts to our world, and their beautiful, deeply thought-out names deserve to be memorialized in poetry, meant to not only capture the wonderful feelings the gift giver has for the recipient, but also the wonderful characteristics and attributes of the recipient.“
As King Solomon aptly stated, “A good name is rather to be chosen than riches.”
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