Jordan 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

Popularity Comparison

Jordan Rank #104
Ethan Rank #19

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan or Ethan more popular?

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

What do Jordan and Ethan mean?

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

Are Jordan and Ethan boy or girl names?

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

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