UK boy's name
Etan
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "long-lived" or "steady".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Etan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Etan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3744, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Etan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Etan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Etan ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 4 boys were registered as Etan.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Etan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3744
2009
Births in 2009
4
Latest year
Peak year
2009
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Etan mean?
The given name Etan is believed to have its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is a variant spelling of the name Ethan, which is derived from the Hebrew word "eten," meaning "firm," "enduring," or "permanent."
In the Old Testament of the Bible, the name Ethan is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31 as a wise man who lived during the reign of King Solomon. Some biblical scholars suggest that Ethan may have been one of the authors of the Psalms, specifically Psalm 89.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Etan can be found in the Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism. The Talmud mentions an individual named Etan HaEzrahi, who lived during the 2nd century CE and was known for his wisdom and scholarship.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Etan or its variants. One such individual was Etan Kalil (born in the 8th century CE), a renowned Jewish poet and scholar from Kairouan, Tunisia. His poetic works were widely celebrated and influenced the development of Hebrew poetry.
Another prominent figure was Etan Levine (1932-2020), an American songwriter and record producer. He co-wrote several hit songs, including "Suspicious Minds" by Elvis Presley and "Killing Me Softly with His Song" by Roberta Flack.
In the field of science, Etan Padan (born 1936) is an Israeli biochemist and molecular biologist known for his research on membrane transport proteins. He has made significant contributions to understanding the mechanisms of bacterial transport systems.
Etan Cohen (born 1974) is an American writer, director, and producer, best known for his work on films such as "Tropic Thunder," "Get Hard," and "Holmes & Watson." He has collaborated with notable comedians like Ben Stiller and Jonah Hill.
Etan Boritzer (born 1959) is an American financial executive and philanthropist. He has served as the Chief Financial Officer for several major companies and is actively involved in various charitable organizations, including those supporting education and healthcare initiatives.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Etan or its variants. While the name may have originated from ancient Hebrew roots, it has transcended cultural boundaries and been embraced by people from diverse backgrounds and walks of life.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Etan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Etan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3744 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Etan
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Etan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Etan in the UK right now?
In 2009, Etan was ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Etan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 4 babies registered as Etan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Etan?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "long-lived" or "steady".
How many people are called Etan in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Etan across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.