Adi
Adi is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Jewel, ornament, or adorned.
Origin and history
Adi is a unisex given name of Hebrew origin meaning 'jewel' or 'ornament'. It is also used in Germanic and Indian contexts as a short form or standalone name. In the United States, it remains relatively uncommon but steadily used for both boys and girls.
Popularity in the United States
779 babies in the United States have been named Adi since 1880. It ranks #3897 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1750.
States where it is most popular
- CA (73 %)
- NY (18.3 %)
- TX (4.8 %)
- IL (4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 16 |
| 1980-1990 | 25 |
| 1990-2000 | 76 |
| 2000-2010 | 244 |
| 2010-2019 | 241 |
| 2020-2029 | 177 |
Famous people named Adi
- Adi Dassler: Entrepreneur, Founder
Fun facts
- In Hebrew, the word 'adi' directly translates to 'jewel' or 'adornment'.
- Besides its Hebrew roots, Adi functions as a short form for names like Aditya in Sanskrit or Adolf/Adela in Germanic tradition.