Ethyl

English

"noble maiden"

Ethyl Origin and Meaning

The name Ethyl is a girl's name.

Ethyl is a feminine variation of Ethel, which derives from the Old English name Æðelþryð, meaning 'noble strength.' Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ethyl has declined in usage in recent decades. The name shares its spelling with the chemical compound ethyl, which may have contributed to its decreased popularity as a given name. Though rare today, Ethyl represents a connection to Victorian-era naming traditions and carries a vintage charm. Some parents might choose it to honor an ancestor or for its distinctive, old-fashioned quality that stands out in modern times.

Ethyl Rank in US Top 1000

# 897 in the US

The name Ethyl in Pop Culture

• Ethyl Hinkleman Phillips character on TV's "Dinosaurs"
• Ethyl group term in chemistry meaning an alkyl substituent derived from ethane.