Adama
ah-DAH-mah
Adama is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Adama is a Hebrew name meaning 'earth' or 'red earth'. It is also found in some African cultures.”. It currently ranks #6614 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.
What Adama Means
“Adama is a Hebrew name meaning 'earth' or 'red earth'. It is also found in some African cultures.”
The Story of Adama
This name is the very essence of our planet, 'earth' in Hebrew, a grounding force waiting to nurture your child.
Adama is a name with profound roots, carrying the fundamental meaning of 'earth' or 'red earth' in Hebrew. Its connection to the very ground beneath our feet makes it a universally grounding and nurturing name. While prominent in Hebrew tradition, Adama also appears in various African cultures, underscoring its ancient and widespread significance as a name tied to our origins.
To utter 'Adama' is to feel a deep sense of connection, like pressing your hand into rich soil. When you envision this name for your child, you see a grounded, resilient spirit, one who is both strong and deeply nurturing. It’s a name that feels like home, solid and unwavering. Writing 'Adama' on your birth announcement will feel like rooting your child in the very essence of life, a powerful beginning.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#41 in 2007
Total Births
1,066
First Recorded
1973
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