Adan
Adan is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Son of the red earth, earth, or human.
Origin and history
Adan is the Spanish form of the biblical name Adam, derived from the Hebrew word for ground or earth. It has maintained steady popularity in the United States, particularly within Hispanic communities and bilingual families. The name offers a smooth, classic two-syllable alternative to the traditional English spelling.
Popularity in the United States
31,478 babies in the United States have been named Adan since 1880. It ranks #667 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #464.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32.6 %)
- TX (31.3 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
- AZ (4.8 %)
- FL (2.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 96 |
| 1920-1930 | 323 |
| 1930-1940 | 399 |
| 1940-1950 | 513 |
| 1950-1960 | 569 |
| 1960-1970 | 800 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,470 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,577 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,902 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,821 |
| 2010-2019 | 8,119 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,884 |
Famous people named Adan
- Adán Cárdenas: President, Physician
- Adán Sánchez: Singer
Fun facts
- Adan is the direct Spanish equivalent of the English name Adam, sharing its ancient Hebrew root.
- The name has consistently ranked among the top 500 male names in the U.S. in recent years.