Addam
Addam is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Man, son of the red earth.
Origin and history
Addam is a variant spelling of Adam, originating from the Hebrew word for ground or earth. Though significantly less common than its traditional spelling, it remains in steady, low-volume use in the United States. Its double-d spelling offers a distinct visual twist on a classic Biblical name.
Popularity in the United States
753 babies in the United States have been named Addam since 1880. It ranks #3923 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- CA (63 %)
- MI (18.5 %)
- PA (18.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 138 |
| 1980-1990 | 228 |
| 1990-2000 | 193 |
| 2000-2010 | 118 |
| 2010-2019 | 54 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Nicknames
Addy, Ad
Fun facts
- Addam uses a double 'd' to differentiate itself visually from the classic Biblical name Adam.
- Addam of Hull is a notable dragonrider character in George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire universe.