Ethan vs Lincoln

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

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#73
Total SSA Count
4,567
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ethan Rank #19
Lincoln Rank #73

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #73 for Lincoln.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Lincoln more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Lincoln at #73 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Lincoln mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin).

Are Ethan and Lincoln boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Lincoln is primarily a boy name.

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