Eitan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eitan is a Hebrew name meaning 'strong' or 'enduring'. It evolved from Hebrew and has historical roots in biblical texts. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and reliability, and it is mentioned in the context of wisdom in the Bible. Eitan has gained popularity in modern Israel and is viewed positively, often reflecting a connection to cultural heritage.
The name Eitan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eitan has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eitan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6766th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3070th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2129th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1535th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eitan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eitan"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪtən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Eitan comes from the Hebrew word 'אֵיתָן' (Eitan), which means 'firm', 'strong', or 'enduring'.
Meaning
strong, firm, enduring
Language Evolution
Eitan (Hebrew), Eitanus (Latinized form)
Biblical Background
Eitan is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically as a wise man and a musician during the time of King David.
Historical Usage
Eitan gained popularity in Israel during the 20th century and has become a common name among Hebrew speakers.
Variants & Derivatives
Eytan, Aitan
Modern Popularity & Image
Eitan is seen as a strong, traditional name in modern Israeli culture, often associated with resilience and reliability.
Famous People
Eitan Ben Eliyahu, an Israeli general and former commander of the Israeli Air Force, Eitan Haber, an Israeli journalist and editor
Explore More Eitan Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eitan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eitan"
"Eitan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6766th of 10718 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3070th of 16616 | 297 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2129th of 24088 | 915 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1535th of 23106 | 1,344 |
Regional Popularity of "Eitan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
31.17% 1395th/4475 |
- |
45.07% 2847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
18.57% 959th/5164 |
33.79% 2471st/7313 |
23.62% 1763rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.97% 2190th/3984 |
18.14% 814th/4487 |
23.42% 1598th/6822 |
21.59% 1355th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eitan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eitan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eitan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.