Adam
Adam is a Muslim boy name meaning “The first man; of the earth”.
| Meaning | The first man; of the earth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Hebrew |
| Arabic spelling | آدم |
| Pronunciation | AA-dam |
| Arabic root | أ د م (ʾ-d-m) — earth; tawny colour |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Adam
Adam (Ādam) is the first human and the first prophet in Islam, created by God from clay and taught 'the names'. The name is usually linked with adīm, the surface of the earth, or with a tawny skin colour. It is used across the Muslim world and is also a common Jewish and Christian name.
Is Adam a Muslim name?
Yes. Adam is a Muslim name: he is honoured as the first prophet, and his name appears 25 times in the Quran.
Is Adam in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'And He taught Adam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).
Where is the name Adam used?
Used everywhere; Adem in Turkey and the Balkans, Aadan in Somalia.
Gifts with the name Adam
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Spellings and variants of Adam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adam mean?
Adam means 'The first man; of the earth'. It comes from Arabic / Hebrew.
Is Adam a Muslim name?
Yes. Adam is a Muslim name: he is honoured as the first prophet, and his name appears 25 times in the Quran.
How do you write Adam in Arabic?
Adam is written آدم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Adam?
Adam is pronounced AA-dam.
Is Adam mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'And He taught Adam the names, all of them' (Quran 2:31).