Ethan vs Sawyer

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

Popularity Comparison

Ethan Rank #19
Sawyer Rank #132

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #132 for Sawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Sawyer more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Sawyer at #132 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Sawyer mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Sawyer means "one who saws wood" (Middle English origin).

Are Ethan and Sawyer boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Sawyer is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons