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Ethan vs Austin

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

Ethan Rank #19
Austin Rank #107

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #107 for Austin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Austin more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Austin at #107 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Austin mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin).

Are Ethan and Austin boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Austin is primarily a boy name.

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