Rising since 1985, #920 for boys today.
Popularity of Eitan since 1975
Babies named Eitan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 137 |
| 1990s | 265 |
| 2000s | 576 |
| 2010s | 903 |
| 2020s | 941 |
Meaning & origin
Eitan is a Hebrew name meaning 'strong,' first recorded in U.S. data in 1975. It has been steadily rising in usage since 1985, reaching a peak rank of 920 in 2025. The name is particularly favored in New Jersey, New York, and Florida, reflecting its strong presence in Jewish communities. Despite being similar to the more common Ethan, Eitan retains a distinct cultural identity and is an increasingly popular choice for parents drawn to its biblical roots and modern sound.
Eitan is derived from the Hebrew word אֵיתָן (eitan), meaning 'strong' or 'enduring.' In the Hebrew Bible, the name appears as a given name for several figures, including a wise man and a Levite. It has been used consistently within Jewish communities, particularly in Israel and among diaspora populations. The name has gained broader recognition in English-speaking countries beginning in the late 20th century.
Where Eitan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eitan” around the world
Where Eitan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eit, Eity
Sibling names for Eitan
Names that share Eitan's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Noa, Maya, Shira, Eliana, Aviva, Atara, Batsheva, Meira, Tzipora, Ahava, Avigayil, Katriel, Maayan, Natania, Netanya, Nitza, Sivan, Tehila, Yaira, Yakira, Zahava, Amalya, Ayelet, Hodaya, Maytal, Mazal, Naama, Naava, Noga, Shamra, Shirel, Yarden, Zohar, Hadas, Hadara, Hadasah, Liel, Meital, Raaya, Tehilla, Zehava, Zohara
Brothers: Ari, Noam, Levi, Ronen, Yonah, Adiel, Aryeh, Aviel, Gadiel, Gavriel, Ilan, Meir, Shamir, Tamir, Yael, Yair, Yonatan, Asaf, Avner, Barak, Benzion, Ezriel, Idan, Itai, Lior, Matan, Omri, Oryan, Yahel, Yishai, Yoav, Yoni, Yossi, Yuval, Amitai, Avishai, Aviv, Elad, Erez, Harel, Ilay, Itamar, Nesanel, Osher, Tuvia, Yaron, Ziv, Arad, Arieh, Bezalel, Dagan, Eliav, Gilad, Liron, Navon, Shalev, Tzion, Yotam, Zeev
