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Name Origin

Ethan is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'strong' or 'firm.'

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Famous People

Ethan Hawke (1970-)

Actor, Director, Writer

  • Academy Award Nomination for Best Actor in Training Day
  • Four-time Tony Award Nominee
  • Known for roles in films like Dead Poets Society and Before Sunrise trilogy

Ethan Allen (1738-1789)

Revolutionary War General, Businessman

  • Led the Green Mountain Boys in the capture of Fort Ticonderoga
  • Founded the town of Burlington, Vermont

Ethan Coen (1957-)

Film Director, Screenwriter, Producer

  • Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Fargo
  • Four Academy Award Nominations for Best Director
  • Known for his collaborative filmmaking with brother Joel Coen, creating films like The Big Lebowski and No Country for Old Men

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