Adam

Adam is a Hebrew boy's name. A Hebrew name meaning "earth" or "man". Its simple, timeless quality carries both biblical significance and universal appeal.

How popular is Adam in the United States?

In 2024, 3,497 boys in the United States were named Adam, making it the 100th most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 79th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 1984, with 24,082 births.

Records for Adam go back to 1880, and 578,925 babies have been given the name since.

What Adam means and where it comes from

A Hebrew name meaning "earth" or "man". Its simple, timeless quality carries both biblical significance and universal appeal.

Adam is of Hebrew origin, described as biblical in style.

Is Adam a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Adam went to 8 girls and 3,497 boys — over 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Adam

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Adam mean?

A Hebrew name meaning "earth" or "man". Its simple, timeless quality carries both biblical significance and universal appeal.

Where does the name Adam come from?

Adam is of Hebrew origin, and is usually described as biblical in style.

How popular is Adam in the United States?

In 2024, 3,497 boys in the United States were named Adam, making it the 100th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Adam a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Adam went to 8 girls and 3,497 boys — over 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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