Eathen is a unique, gender-neutral given name of American origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'ead' meaning prosperity or wealth, and 'thegn', an Anglo-Saxon nobleman or warrior. Thus, Eathen combines these two powerful elements to signify abundance and strength. This name choice offers parents the opportunity to give their child a distinctive moniker with a rich historical background.
The name Eathen experienced varying popularity over the years, with a significant surge in usage from 2001 to 2006, peaking at 33 births in 2006. However, it has since declined, with only 8 births recorded in 2014 and 5 in 2015. Overall, there were 352 babies named Eathen from 1989 to 2015.