Declining since 2018.
Popularity of Aitan since 2004
Babies named Aitan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Aitan is a modern variant of the classic Hebrew name Eitan, meaning 'strong' or 'enduring.' It first appeared in the United States in 2004, reflecting a trend of stylized spellings for traditional names. Usage of Aitan peaked in 2018, but since then it has been declining, with fewer than 5 births per year in recent years according to Social Security records. The name has not reached the top 1000 nationally, placing it among the more unique choices. While it lacks concentration in any particular state, its Hebrew origins give it a strong cultural resonance within Jewish communities. Aitan offers parents a distinctive alternative to more common variants like Eitan or Eytan, and its meaning of strength remains timeless.
Aitan is a variant spelling of Eitan, a Hebrew name derived from the root 'aytan' (אֵיתָן), meaning 'strong, enduring, perennial.' In the Hebrew Bible, Eitan was a wise man known for his proverbs, and the name has been commonly used among Jewish communities. The variant Aitan may have arisen in modern contexts, possibly in Israel or among diaspora families, as an alternative transliteration.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ait, Aity
Sibling names for Aitan
Names that share Aitan's style, for a brother or sister.
