Aadan
Aadan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Ādam, first man”.
| Meaning | Prophet Ādam, first man |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali form of Adam |
| Arabic spelling | آدم |
| Pronunciation | AH-dan |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aadan
Aadan is the Somali form of Ādam, the first human and first prophet. The long ā is written aa and the final m becomes n, a common Somali change. Ādam was created by God, taught the names of all things and made a vicegerent on earth. Aadan Cabdulle Cismaan was Somalia's first president.
Is Aadan a Muslim name?
Yes. Aadan is the Somali form of Adam, the first prophet in Islam.
Is Aadan in the Quran?
'And He taught Ādam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).
Where is the name Aadan used?
Very common in Somalia and among Somalis in Kenya and Ethiopia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aadan mean?
Aadan means 'Prophet Ādam, first man'. It comes from Arabic, Somali form of Adam.
Is Aadan a Muslim name?
Yes. Aadan is the Somali form of Adam, the first prophet in Islam.
How do you write Aadan in Arabic?
Aadan is written آدم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aadan?
Aadan is pronounced AH-dan.
Is Aadan mentioned in the Quran?
'And He taught Ādam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).