UK boy's name
Eythan
A masculine variant of the Hebrew name Ethan, meaning "firm" or "enduring".
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.
Eythan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Eythan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2837, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 6 births.
This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2007 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.
Eythan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Eythan. 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
- • Eythan ranked #2837 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 6 boys were registered as Eythan.
- • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eythan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2837
2009
Births in 2009
6
Latest year
Peak year
2009
6 births
Estimated living
13
2026
Meaning
What does Eythan mean?
The name Eythan originates from the Hebrew language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Hebrew word "ethan," which means "strong" or "enduring." The name has been in use for centuries, with various spellings such as Ethan, Etan, and Eitan.
In biblical texts, the name Eythan is mentioned as one of the wise men during the reign of King Solomon. According to 1 Kings 4:31, "He was wiser than all men, wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol." This reference suggests that the name was associated with wisdom and knowledge in ancient Israelite culture.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Eythan was Eythan the Ezrahite, a renowned wise man and musician who lived during the time of King David, around 1000 BCE. He is mentioned in several books of the Old Testament, including 1 Chronicles 15:19 and Psalm 89.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Eythan. In the 4th century CE, Eythan the Illustrious was a Christian monk and scholar who lived in Mesopotamia. His writings and teachings influenced the development of early Christian thought and theology.
During the Renaissance period, Eythan Calvi (1443-1508) was an Italian Jewish philosopher and scholar. He is best known for his contributions to the study of Jewish mysticism and his commentaries on the Zohar, a foundational work of Kabbalah.
In the 19th century, Eythan Allen Hitchcock (1835-1909) was an American military officer who served as a general during the American Civil War. He is renowned for his role in the Western Theater campaigns and his contributions to military strategy and tactics.
Eythan Frome (1892-1975) was a notable American writer and playwright. His novel "Ethan Frome," published in 1911, is considered a classic of American literature and explores themes of isolation, duty, and the human condition in a small New England town.
The name Eythan has been carried by various individuals throughout history, each leaving their mark in fields such as literature, philosophy, religion, and military service. Its strong and enduring roots in Hebrew culture have contributed to its longevity and continued use across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Eythan over time
The chart below shows babies named Eythan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Eythan, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2009, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eythan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eythan 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 | #3619 | 13 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Eythan
- 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
Eythan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eythan in the UK right now?
In 2009, Eythan was ranked #2837 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Eythan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 6 babies registered as Eythan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eythan?
A masculine variant of the Hebrew name Ethan, meaning "firm" or "enduring".
How many people are called Eythan in the UK?
A total of 13 babies have been registered as Eythan across the 3 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.