Idan

♂ Boy

Pronounced ee-DAHN /iˈdɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew idan, 'era, epoch, age, time'Medium

In 30 seconds: A name for the ages: Idan is Hebrew for 'era, epoch, time' — a strong, modern Israeli name with a thoughtful, timeless feel. Crisp and bright.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew idan, 'era, epoch, age, time'

U.S. rank (2025)#3692 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births30 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 575

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Idan comes from Hebrew idan, 'era, epoch, age, time'. A popular modern Israeli boys' name, it carries a sense of timelessness and significance; musician Idan Raichel bears it.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, era at the root, and timeless.

Did you know? Idan means 'era, epoch, age' in Hebrew — a name that evokes time itself; singer Idan Raichel made it internationally known.

Overall data confidence 80%

Hebrew references — idan — etymology

Variations

IddanEden

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★Idan Raichel (1977-)
Israeli musician and songwriter known for blending Ethiopian and Middle Eastern musical styles

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Idan mean?

Idan is Hebrew for 'era, epoch, age, time'.

How do you pronounce Idan?

It's said ee-DAHN /iˈdɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Idan a boy or girl name?

Idan is a boy's name.

How popular is Idan?

Idan is a rare name in the U.S.