Boy
Adam
man, earth
About Adam
Few names can claim such enduring presence across centuries and cultures. This selection offers timeless reliability without feeling dated or stuffy. Its universal recognition means pronunciation issues virtually never arise, regardless of geographic location or cultural context.
The simplicity here is the strength—two syllables, straightforward spelling, and immediate familiarity. Yet this accessibility doesn't diminish its dignity or gravitas. It has carried everyone from ancient figures to modern leaders, proving its adaptability across eras and professions.
Parents selecting this name often appreciate classic elegance over trendy appeal. There's wisdom in choosing something proven rather than experimental. Boys with this name inherit generations of positive associations and rarely face teasing or mispronunciation.
The name's brevity works advantageously with longer surnames while standing strong beside shorter ones. It requires no explanation, no spelling clarification, no awkward repetitions during introductions. This represents naming confidence at its finest—selecting based on substance rather than novelty. For those seeking a foundation that will serve their son throughout his entire life, this delivers without reservation.
Popularity of the Name Adam
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #123 | ||||
| 1881 | #108 | ||||
| 1882 | #123 | ||||
| 1883 | #118 | ||||
| 1884 | #167 | ||||
| 1885 | #141 | ||||
| 1886 | #134 | ||||
| 1887 | #150 | ||||
| 1888 | #130 | ||||
| 1889 | #153 | ||||
| 1890 | #180 | ||||
| 1891 | #149 | ||||
| 1892 | #151 | ||||
| 1893 | #166 | ||||
| 1894 | #176 | ||||
| 1895 | #190 | ||||
| 1896 | #164 | ||||
| 1897 | #175 | ||||
| 1898 | #179 | ||||
| 1899 | #185 | ||||
| 1900 | #187 | ||||
| 1901 | #201 | #98 | |||
| 1902 | #172 | #107 | |||
| 1903 | #193 | ||||
| 1904 | #175 | ||||
| 1905 | #183 | ||||
| 1906 | #173 | ||||
| 1907 | #169 | ||||
| 1908 | #192 | ||||
| 1909 | #193 | ||||
| 1910 | #182 | ||||
| 1911 | #170 | ||||
| 1912 | #188 | ||||
| 1913 | #192 | ||||
| 1914 | #182 | ||||
| 1915 | #194 | ||||
| 1916 | #189 | ||||
| 1917 | #193 | ||||
| 1918 | #197 | ||||
| 1919 | #224 | ||||
| 1920 | #223 | ||||
| 1921 | #228 | ||||
| 1922 | #260 | ||||
| 1923 | #273 | ||||
| 1924 | #263 | ||||
| 1925 | #268 | ||||
| 1926 | #277 | ||||
| 1927 | #287 | ||||
| 1928 | #297 | ||||
| 1929 | #315 | ||||
| 1930 | #337 | ||||
| 1931 | #313 | ||||
| 1932 | #344 | ||||
| 1933 | #351 | ||||
| 1934 | #355 | ||||
| 1935 | #356 | ||||
| 1936 | #371 | ||||
| 1937 | #364 | ||||
| 1938 | #385 | ||||
| 1939 | #385 | ||||
| 1940 | #379 | ||||
| 1941 | #381 | ||||
| 1942 | #391 | ||||
| 1943 | #385 | ||||
| 1944 | #404 | ||||
| 1945 | #415 | ||||
| 1946 | #406 | ||||
| 1947 | #417 | ||||
| 1948 | #430 | ||||
| 1949 | #388 | ||||
| 1950 | #381 | ||||
| 1951 | #389 | ||||
| 1952 | #403 | ||||
| 1953 | #388 | ||||
| 1954 | #427 | ||||
| 1955 | #381 | ||||
| 1956 | #379 | ||||
| 1957 | #370 | ||||
| 1958 | #353 | ||||
| 1959 | #322 | ||||
| 1960 | #249 | ||||
| 1961 | #193 | ||||
| 1962 | #154 | #216 | |||
| 1963 | #145 | #182 | |||
| 1964 | #122 | #103 | |||
| 1965 | #125 | #89 | #157 | ||
| 1966 | #123 | #93 | #229 | ||
| 1967 | #118 | #79 | #245 | ||
| 1968 | #119 | #85 | #177 | ||
| 1969 | #114 | #87 | #196 | ||
| 1970 | #72 | #66 | #206 | ||
| 1971 | #57 | #62 | #164 | ||
| 1972 | #51 | #49 | #158 | ||
| 1973 | #45 | #42 | #143 | ||
| 1974 | #36 | #43 | #148 | ||
| 1975 | #38 | #48 | #150 | ||
| 1976 | #36 | #44 | #164 | ||
| 1977 | #33 | #50 | #138 | ||
| 1978 | #29 | #33 | #121 | ||
| 1979 | #23 | #31 | #106 | ||
| 1980 | #22 | #25 | #101 | ||
| 1981 | #20 | #29 | #88 | ||
| 1982 | #19 | #19 | #80 | ||
| 1983 | #18 | #21 | #67 | ||
| 1984 | #18 | #19 | #74 | ||
| 1985 | #22 | #14 | #66 | ||
| 1986 | #24 | #13 | #57 | ||
| 1987 | #27 | #13 | #68 | ||
| 1988 | #26 | #13 | #55 | ||
| 1989 | #27 | #19 | #56 | ||
| 1990 | #32 | #31 | #44 | ||
| 1991 | #36 | #32 | #31 | #24 | |
| 1992 | #36 | #30 | #22 | #22 | |
| 1993 | #39 | #31 | #21 | #23 | |
| 1994 | #38 | #45 | #15 | #28 | |
| 1995 | #38 | #45 | #14 | #25 | |
| 1996 | #39 | #38 | #11 | #29 | |
| 1997 | #39 | #18 | #52 | #12 | #28 |
| 1998 | #45 | #20 | #44 | #5 | #26 |
| 1999 | #44 | #18 | #46 | #5 | #30 |
| 2000 | #45 | #17 | #46 | #4 | #30 |
| 2001 | #51 | #16 | #40 | #3 | #28 |
| 2002 | #55 | #15 | #34 | #3 | #25 |
| 2003 | #58 | #16 | #39 | #3 | #27 |
| 2004 | #58 | #21 | #51 | #4 | #24 |
| 2005 | #64 | #22 | #80 | #3 | #27 |
| 2006 | #64 | #26 | #46 | #4 | #24 |
| 2007 | #65 | #26 | #74 | #6 | #24 |
| 2008 | #72 | #29 | #63 | #7 | #20 |
| 2009 | #74 | #30 | #76 | #7 | #23 |
| 2010 | #80 | #33 | #65 | #7 | #20 |
| 2011 | #81 | #35 | #70 | #7 | #22 |
| 2012 | #82 | #35 | #83 | #6 | #15 |
| 2013 | #82 | #37 | #72 | #6 | #18 |
| 2014 | #79 | #36 | #72 | #6 | #17 |
| 2015 | #73 | #34 | #81 | #6 | #19 |
| 2016 | #75 | #35 | #84 | #7 | #16 |
| 2017 | #77 | #33 | #96 | #9 | #17 |
| 2018 | #78 | #33 | #90 | #10 | #14 |
| 2019 | #91 | #33 | #78 | #7 | #16 |
| 2020 | #97 | #33 | #86 | #15 | #16 |
| 2021 | #104 | #43 | #96 | #22 | #17 |
| 2022 | #99 | #40 | #84 | #22 | #16 |
| 2023 | #103 | #38 | #89 | #24 | #15 |
| 2024 | #100 | #35 | #93 | #25 | #14 |
| 2025 | #101 | #26 | #88 | #22 | #13 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Adam
Names Similar to Adam
Nicknames for Adam
- Ad
- Addie
- Ady
- A.J.
Famous People Named Adam
| Adam Levine | American singer-songwriter |
| Adam Sandler | American actor and comedian |
| Adam Driver | American actor |
| Adam Smith | Scottish economist |
| Adam West | American actor, known for playing Batman |
| Adam Lambert | American singer |
| Adam Clayton | Irish musician, member of U2 |
| Adam Scott | Australian golfer |
| Adam Brody | American actor |
| Adam Gilchrist | Australian cricketer |
| Adam Horovitz | American musician, member of Beastie Boys |
| Adam Jones | American musician, member of Tool |
| Adam Lallana | English footballer |
| Adam Vinatieri | American football player |
| Adam Baldwin | American actor |
| Adam Ondra | Czech rock climber |
| Adam Duritz | American musician, lead singer of Counting Crows |
| Adam Clayton Powell Jr. | American civil rights activist and politician |
| Adam Hills | Australian comedian |
| Adam Rippon | American figure skater |
Characters Named Adam
| Adam Warlock | Marvel Comics character |
| Adam Jensen | Deus Ex video game series |
| Adam Trask | East of Eden by John Steinbeck |
| Adam Dalgliesh | P.D. James novels |
| Adam Parrish | The Raven Cycle series by Maggie Stiefvater |
| Adam Strange | DC Comics character |
| Adam Young | Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman |
| Adam Ewing | Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell |
| Adam Fenix | Gears of War video game series |
| Adam Park | Power Rangers series |
| Adam Milligan | Supernatural TV series |
| Adam Maitland | Beetlejuice, 1988 film |
| Adam Wilde | If I Stay by Gayle Forman |
| Adam Gibson | The 6th Day, 2000 film |
| Adam Ruzek | Chicago P.D. TV series |
| Adam Ross | CSI - NY TV series |
| Adam Brashear | Marvel Comics character |
| Adam Raki | Manic, 2001 film |