Eitan
Eitan is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Strong, firm, enduring”.
| Meaning | Strong, firm, enduring |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֵיתָן |
| Pronunciation | ay-TAHN |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States, France |
Meaning and origin of Eitan
Eitan is the Hebrew word eitan, 'strong, permanent, steady', used in the Bible for an ever-flowing stream and for something firmly established. Ethan the Ezrahite is a wise man named in 1 Kings 5:11 and credited with Psalm 89. Eitan is the Israeli spelling, while Ethan is the English form that became very popular in the United States from the 1990s.
Is Eitan a Jewish name?
Eitan is a biblical Hebrew name used widely by Jewish families, especially in Israel, where it has been among the most popular boys' names in recent decades.
How popular is Eitan?
Very common in Israel and among Jewish families worldwide.
Gifts with the name Eitan
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Spellings and variants of Eitan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eitan mean?
Eitan means 'Strong, firm, enduring'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Eitan a Jewish name?
Eitan is a biblical Hebrew name used widely by Jewish families, especially in Israel, where it has been among the most popular boys' names in recent decades.
How do you pronounce Eitan?
Eitan is pronounced ay-TAHN.
Is Eitan a boy or girl name?
Eitan is usually a boy name.