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Eythan

♂ Boy

Pronounced EE-than /ˈiː.θən/Low

Meaning: Strong, firm, enduring, long-livedLow

In 30 seconds: Eythan is a distinctive variant spelling of Ethan, from the Hebrew Eitan meaning strong, firm, or long-lived. The ey- opening gives it a more personalized look while the powerful Hebrew meaning remains unchanged.
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningStrong, firm, enduring, long-lived
U.S. rank (2024)#1267 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births155 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 877

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419892024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Eythan is a variant of Ethan, from the Hebrew Eitan meaning strong, firm, or enduring. Ethan appears in the Old Testament as Ethan the Ezrahite, a man of great wisdom. The name has been consistently popular in the United States since the late 20th century.

Eythan offers a personalized spelling of the very popular Ethan, giving parents a way to distinguish their child's name while keeping the same Hebrew heritage and familiar pronunciation.

Did you know? Ethan appears in the Bible as Ethan the Ezrahite, whose wisdom was said to be exceeded only by Solomon's. He is credited with writing Psalm 89 — making the name synonymous with ancient wisdom that has endured for three thousand years.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Ethan

Variations

EthanEthenEtanEithan

Nicknames

Ey

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Frequently Asked

What does Eythan mean?

Eythan means strong, firm, or enduring in Hebrew, as a variant spelling of Ethan.

How is Eythan different from Ethan?

Eythan uses the ey- opening instead of the standard e-, giving the name a more personalized distinctive appearance.

How do you pronounce Eythan?

Eythan is pronounced EE-than with two syllables.

What names are similar to Eythan?

Similar names include Ethan, Nathan, and Aidan.