Ethan is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #5285 in 2006 with 26 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 126 births ranking #1564. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 271.4%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 73,118 girls 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.