The nameEtan
Etan is a form of Ethan, mostly given in France in the 2000s and 2010s.
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
Like Ethan, it comes from the Hebrew Eitan, "firm, steady".
Origin
Hebrew.
History
First found in France in 1999, Etan peaked around 2010, helped by the fashion for Ethan. It is less common today.
Popularity of the name Etan
Etan in France
Etan was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 790 births over the decade, 48% of all recorded babies named Etan. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Etan in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 13 births a year on average, against 40 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Etan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Etan mean?
Like Ethan, it comes from the Hebrew Eitan, "firm, steady".
What is the origin of the name Etan?
Hebrew.
Is Etan a girl's or a boy's name?
Etan is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Etan?
Variants and related names of Etan include Ethan.