Eytan

“firm” — Associated with strength and resilience

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4143US 2023

26Births / yr

↑Rising

364All-time births

📅 Since 198000

What does Eytan mean and where does it come from?

Eytan (איתן) is a Hebrew name meaning 'firm' or 'strong'. It has biblical origins, often associated with strength and resilience. The name appears in Jewish tradition and is recognized in various cultures, including Israeli society. Notable individuals named Eytan include Eytan Fox, an acclaimed Isr

Cultural significance

Eytan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #4460 in 2012 — currently #4143 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Eytan?

Eytan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Eytan Grace

How popular is Eytan right now?

Rising fast — up 946 spots — currently #4143 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#4143 · Top 3.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4143	26	▲ up 946 · +37% births
2022	#5089	19	▲ up 1032 · +36% births
2021	#6121	14	▲ up 2091 · +56% births
2020	#8212	9	▼ down 1392 · -25% births
2015	#6820	12	▼ down 1669 · -33% births
2010	#5151	18	▲ up 2765 · +100% births
2005	#7916	9	▲ up 3029 · +80% births
2000	#10945	5	▼ down 4049 · -29% births
1990	#6896	7	▼ down 1206
1985	#5690	7	▼ down 211
1980	#5479	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Eytan

Best Year2023Rank #4143

Peak Count26

Average Rank#6587

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202311 years

The story of Eytan

Eytan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 364 total births recorded, Eytan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5479 in 1980 to #4143 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Eytan in 2012:

Jacob Mason Ethan Noah William

Eytan by decade

Eytan peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	63
1990s	53
2000s	102
2010s ★	137
2020s	9

💎Eytan has only 364 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Eytan?

Common

Eyt

What names sound and feel like Eytan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Eytan also consider these

International · A International name

Eysan

International · A International name

Ertan

German · A German name

How is Eytan written in other languages?

אֵיתָן

Hebrew

Common questions about the name Eytan

What does the name Eytan mean?

Eytan means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Eytan?

Eytan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Eytan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Eytan?

Eytan originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Eytan trending right now?

Eytan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Eytan a common or rare name?

Eytan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.