Adam
Male name · ★ Classic
211,664
Total Births
1984
Peak Year
#102
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Adam
Adam is of Hebrew origin meaning 'man' or 'earth,' the name of the first human in Abrahamic tradition. It peaked in the 1980s-1990s in the US. Notable Adams include Adam Smith, Adam Sandler, and Adam Driver.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 2,157 births |
| 1890s | 1,965 births |
| 1900s | 2,247 births |
| 1910s | 3,067 births |
| 1920s | 2,151 births |
| 1930s | 1,094 births |
| 1940s | 1,013 births |
| 1950s | 1,507 births |
| 1960s | 9,098 births |
| 1970s | 36,524 births |
| 1980s | 76,034 births |
| 1990s | 41,510 births |
| 2000s | 25,647 births |
| 2010s | 5,792 births |
| 2020s | 1,858 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Adam?
Adam has been given to 211,664 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1984 with 9,343 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #102.
Is Adam a boy or girl name?
Adam is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Adam most popular?
Adam was most popular in 1984, when 9,343 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Adam?
Adam first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).