Meaning of Adam
English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Romanian, Jewish, Biblical This is the Hebrew word for "man".
About the Name Adam
Balanced and confident, Adam is a two-syllable masculine name that has attracted parents from many different backgrounds, meaning "English", and a rare and considered boy name - chosen by parents who want something genuinely uncommon while remaining rooted in cultural heritage. Its meaning "English" resonates across different cultural contexts, which is part of why the name resonates so well across cultures.
The practical question of how Adam flows with the family surname is worth considering. It sits comfortably in multicultural environments and is easy to pronounce and spell for teachers, peers, and family members from any background. Names that begin with a vowel like 'A' have an open, approachable quality that makes them easy to call across a playground or a boardroom - equally at home in both. Notable bearers of the name include Adam Levine (Maroon 5), Adam Driver (actor), Adam Smith (father of economics). If distinctiveness matters to you, Adam delivers: your child is unlikely to share their name with classmates, while still carrying a name with real meaning.
Sound & Flow
Adam is a 2-syllable name. Test it with your family surname to hear how it flows. For example: Tan Adam, Lim Adam, or Lee Adam.
Cultural Context
Crosses cultural boundaries easily and is used across Chinese, Eurasian, and mixed-heritage families. Works well with both English and Chinese surnames.
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Popularity Through History
See all-time rankings →Rank in California top 25 (1 = most popular). Bars represent years the name charted - Hover for rank.
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Famous People Named Adam
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