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Chase vs Ethan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ethan

Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19
Total SSA Count
8,170
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chase Rank #173
Ethan Rank #19

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #173 for Chase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Ethan more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Chase and Ethan mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Chase and Ethan boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.

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