Easten is an uncommon unisex given name, of unknown origin and meaning. It was first recorded in the late 19th century, but its usage has been sporadic throughout history. The name Easten gained some popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, though it remains relatively rare compared to more traditional names. Spelling variations include Eastin and Eastyn.
The name Easten experienced a significant rise in popularity from 2010 onwards, with an especially notable peak of 60 births recorded in 2017. Prior to this, the number of births annually ranged between 6 and 18, with several years seeing fewer than 10 births. After 2017, the number of births has fluctuated but has generally remained high, although it dipped below 30 in recent years (2020-2022).