Adam: name meaning and origin

Adam

of the earth

Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables

Adam is a Hebrew name meaning "of the earth". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Ad, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Adam

  • Adam & Eden Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Jordan Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Talia Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Chloe Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & George Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Georgia Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Hazel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Adam & Ivy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Adam

What does the name Adam mean?

Adam is a Hebrew name meaning "of the earth".

How many syllables are in Adam?

Adam has 2 syllables (Ad-am), with the stress usually on "Ad".

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

Adam is traditionally a boy's name.