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Boy name

Adam

Adam is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “man, earth.” It currently ranks #102 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Man, earth.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#52
Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
A

Adam's popularity over time

→ Steady
#102 in 2023Peak rank #73US SSA · boys
#1#52#104201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Adam

What does the name Adam mean?

Adam means "Man, earth." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Adam a boy or girl name?

Adam is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Adam?

Adam ranked #102 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #73).

How many syllables are in Adam?

Adam has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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