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Ethan(2)
Ethan in the Bible — son of Zimmah (1CH 6:42). Ethan belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “strong; the gift of the island”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Ethanproper name
- Hebrew
- אֵיתָן
- Transliteration
- eytan
- Meaning
- long lived, ever-flowing [streams]
- Greek
- Αιθαν
- Reference
- 1CH 6:42
- Strong's
- H387
Notes
Gershonites (Gershomites), from Gershon, son of Levi
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ethan in the Bible?
Ethan is described in the Bible as son of Zimmah (1CH 6:42). Ethan belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Ethan mean?
The name Ethan means “strong; the gift of the island” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.