Etson is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the surname Eaton, which has English roots. It was originally an occupational name for a person who lived near a river mouth or estuary, from the Old English words "eat" meaning "river mouth," and "-tun" signifying "settlement." The name has gained popularity as a first name in recent decades due to its modern sound and distinctiveness. Pronounced /EE-t-son/, it consists of two syllables with equal stress on each, giving it a balanced and rhythmic cadence. Etson is not associated with any specific day or celebration throughout the year, nor are there any notable figures or historical personalities with this name. It has been predominantly used as a boy's name but can also be given to girls, making it unisex in terms of usage.
There were 6 babies named Etson in 2023 alone, making up all of the recorded instances of that name since its first appearance as a given name.