Adam
آدمHuman; traditionally associated with earth
Boy namesMeaning of Adam
Human; traditionally associated with earth
About the name Adam
Adam appears in Arabic and many other languages. In Hebrew the word means “human”; its association with earth is tied to the creation story and a related Hebrew word, so “earth” should not be presented as its only translation. Families can compare آدم with Adam and Adem before settling on one Latin spelling.
At a glance
- Usage
- Boy names
- Origin
- International
- First Arabic letter
- ا
- Arabic letters
- 3
- Pronunciation guide
- AD-am
- Other spellings
- Adem
How to write and say Adam
- In Arabic
- آدم
- In Latin letters
- Adam
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Adam?
- The Arabic آدم and Latin Adam are both concise spellings of a widely shared name.
- Say the name in the languages your family uses; stress and vowels are not identical everywhere.
- Compare Adam with Adem before choosing one consistent spelling for official records.
Questions about Adam
What does Adam mean?
Human; traditionally associated with earth
How do you write Adam in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are آدم in Arabic and Adam in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Adam?
Our recorded alternatives are Adem. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Adam pronounced?
Our approximate guide is AD-am. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does Adam mean “earth” or “human”?
The Hebrew word denotes a human. The connection with earth comes from the creation narrative and a related Hebrew word; it is context, not the only translation of the name.