Aadam
Aadam is a Muslim boy name meaning “Adam, the first human and Prophet”.
| Meaning | Adam, the first human and Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Quranic |
| Arabic spelling | آدم |
| Pronunciation | AA-dum |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aadam
Aadam is the South Asian spelling of Ādam, the first human being and the first Prophet in Islam. The Quran describes how God created him, taught him the names of all things and made the angels bow to him. Arab grammarians linked the name to adīm, the surface of the earth, since he was made from clay, though the name is shared with the Hebrew Bible and its origin is older than Arabic.
Is Aadam a Muslim name?
Yes. Aadam is the name of Prophet Ādam, the father of mankind, and is a widely used Muslim name.
Is Aadam in the Quran?
Ādam is named many times in the Quran, for example 'And He taught Adam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).
Where is the name Aadam used?
Used by Muslims everywhere; the spelling Aadam is favoured in Pakistan, India and the UK.
Gifts with the name Aadam
- Aadam name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Aadam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aadam mean?
Aadam means 'Adam, the first human and Prophet'. It comes from Arabic / Quranic.
Is Aadam a Muslim name?
Yes. Aadam is the name of Prophet Ādam, the father of mankind, and is a widely used Muslim name.
How do you write Aadam in Arabic?
Aadam is written آدم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aadam?
Aadam is pronounced AA-dum.
Is Aadam mentioned in the Quran?
Ādam is named many times in the Quran, for example 'And He taught Adam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).