Eitan
Eitan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Firm, strong, enduring, or long-lived.
Origin and history
Eitan is a traditional Hebrew male name meaning firm, strong, or enduring. It is the original Hebrew form of the English name Ethan. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily as parents seek classic biblical names with modern appeal.
Popularity in the United States
2,844 babies in the United States have been named Eitan since 1880. It ranks #2429 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1108.
States where it is most popular
- NY (36.8 %)
- CA (21.7 %)
- FL (10.6 %)
- NJ (9.7 %)
- TX (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 22 |
| 1980-1990 | 137 |
| 1990-2000 | 265 |
| 2000-2010 | 576 |
| 2010-2019 | 903 |
| 2020-2029 | 941 |
Famous people named Eitan
- Eitan Bernath: Chef, Content Creator
- Eitan Tibi: Athlete
Fun facts
- Eitan is the original Hebrew spelling and pronunciation of the name widely rendered in English as Ethan.
- In the Hebrew Bible, Eitan (Ethan) is mentioned in the Book of Kings as a wise man surpassed only by King Solomon.