Ethan vs Jordan

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

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#104
Total SSA Count
3,326
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ethan Rank #19
Jordan Rank #104

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #104 for Jordan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Jordan more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Jordan mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ethan and Jordan boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Jordan is primarily a boy name.

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