Ethan is an extremely popular boys' name in United States, ranking #7 in 2003 with 21,361 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 22,210 births ranking #5. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 265.0%. In 2003, approximately 1 in every 92 boys born was named Ethan. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Ethan is a Hebrew classic meaning "firm", "enduring", or "strong". Its clear sound and positive meaning have made it one of the most dependable modern favourites.
The name appears in the Hebrew Bible and later became especially popular in English-speaking countries in the late twentieth century. Its success comes from balancing biblical depth with clean modern style.