Ethyn
Ethyn is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Enduring, strong, or firm.
Origin and history
Ethyn is a modern stylistic spelling variant of the traditional Hebrew name Ethan. It derived from the Hebrew element 'Eitan', which signifies strength, firmness, or permanence. In the United States, it is a relatively rare alternative spelling used to give a classic name a contemporary look.
Popularity in the United States
1,541 babies in the United States have been named Ethyn since 1880. It ranks #3204 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1846.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.3 %)
- TX (25.9 %)
- IN (6.5 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
- FL (5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 93 |
| 2000-2010 | 681 |
| 2010-2019 | 681 |
| 2020-2029 | 81 |
Fun facts
- Ethyn uses the letter 'y' to replace 'a', a popular naming trend in the United States starting in the late 1990s.
- It shares its meaning and origin with Ethan, a name borne by a wise man in the Hebrew Bible.