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Adam
Meaning: Human, earth
About Adam
Adam is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Human, earth,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Adem. Indicative pronunciation: A-dam. Popular note: Universal, simple. When considering Adam, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Hebrew
Variants
Adem
Pronunciation
A-dam
Popularity note
Universal, simple
FAQ — Adam
What does the name Adam mean?
Short meaning: Human, earth. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Adam?
Most associated origin: Hebrew.
Are there variants of Adam?
Related forms: Adem.