How to say it
I · zan
iˈθan
Masculine
Izan
Firm, strong
What it means
A modern Spanish form of Ethan, usually traced through Hebrew Eitan to 'firm' or 'strong.'
Izan is a modern Spanish name that emerged in the late 20th century as a phonetic spelling of Ethan, which in Spanish is often said roughly as EE-than. Through Ethan it traces back to the Hebrew Eitan ('firm, strong, steadfast'). It became very popular in Spain and Latin America in the early 2000s, ranking among the most common boys' names in Spain. It has since carried into US usage, where it eased to rank 884 in 2025.
How to spell Izan
The standard spelling is Izan. Common variants include Ethan, Eitan, Izaan, but Izan is the most widely used form.
Popularity over time
peaked at #713 in 2024, currently #884 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–2025. Reviewed July 2026. See where the names are moving
Heads-up notes
- Pronunciation
In Spanish roughly EE-than; the spelling mirrors how Ethan sounds there.
Spelling variants
- Ethan
- Eitan
- Izaan
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Common questions
- What does the name Izan mean?
- A modern Spanish form of Ethan, usually traced through Hebrew Eitan to 'firm' or 'strong.'
- What does Izan mean in Spanish?
- In Spanish, Izan means "Firm, strong." Izan is a modern Spanish name that emerged in the late 20th century as a phonetic spelling of Ethan, which in Spanish is often said roughly as EE-than. Through Ethan it traces back to the Hebrew Eitan ('firm, strong, steadfast'). It became very popular in Spain and Latin America in the early 2000s, ranking among the most common boys' names in Spain. It has since carried into US usage, where it eased to rank 884 in 2025.
- How do you pronounce Izan?
- Izan is pronounced iˈθan. Say it as I-zan, with the stress on the "i" syllable.
- How do you spell Izan?
- The standard spelling is Izan. Common spelling variants include Ethan, Eitan, Izaan.
- Is Izan a boy or girl name?
- Izan is traditionally a masculine name.
- How popular is the name Izan?
- Izan ranked #884 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.