Ethen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Strong, firm, and enduring
Origin: Hebrew — from Eitan (אֵיתָן), meaning solid or permanent
Popularity: Ranked #5456 in 2025 with 17 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Ethan. Shares the meaning 'Strong, firm, and enduring.'
Similar names: ethena, ehleni, ehren, esten, ethan, ethel
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Ethen? About 1 in 195,794 babies born in 2025 were named Ethen, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Ethen
What does the name Ethen mean?
Ethen means “Strong, firm, and enduring” from Hebrew — from Eitan (אֵיתָן), meaning solid or permanent roots.
What is the origin of the name Ethen?
Ethen has Hebrew — from Eitan (אֵיתָן), meaning solid or permanent origin. The traditional meaning is “Strong, firm, and enduring”.
How popular is Ethen?
Ethen ranked #5399 in 2025 — given to 17 babies that year.
When was Ethen most popular?
Ethen peaked in 2009 with 233 babies registered that year.
Is Ethen a boy or girl name?
Ethen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Ethens in registered births are male.
Is the name Ethen rising or falling in popularity?
Ethen has fallen 2347 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3052 in 2020 to #5399 in 2025.
How long has Ethen been recorded?
Ethen appears in birth records across 49 years — from 1917 through 2025.