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Addam

AD-əm

Addam is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Variant spelling of Adam, which is Hebrew for "son of the red earth" or "man."”, and peaked in popularity in 1984.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Addam Means

Variant spelling of Adam, which is Hebrew for "son of the red earth" or "man."

The Story of Addam

This ancient name, a echo of 'man' and the 'red earth,' resurfaced in the 1980s, waiting to ground your son.

Addam is a resonant variant spelling of Adam, a name deeply rooted in Hebrew tradition, meaning 'son of the red earth' or simply 'man.' Its presence in data since the mid-20th century, with a notable resurgence in the 1980s, connects it to a primal, elemental sense of humanity.

There’s a satisfying solidity to the sound of 'Addam,' a groundedness that feels both strong and familiar. When you consider this name for your son, you might feel an instinctive pull towards its elemental connection, imagining him as dependable and true. Writing 'Addam' on his first baby blanket feels like imbuing him with an ancient strength, a connection to the very earth he will walk upon.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

GroundedDependableStrongHonest

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Peak Year

#33 in 1984

Total Births

748

First Recorded

1965

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