Adam
0 antonyms and opposites of Adam, grouped by meaning.
Name — In the Bible, the first man created by God.
Etymology
From Hebrew adam, related to adamah ("red earth, ground"), by way of Greek and Latin forms of the name.
Full origin of Adam →Frequently asked questions
What does “Adam” mean?
The word “Adam” means in the Bible, the first man created by God. In plain terms, best known as the biblical first man; the "Christmas Eve" sense is a niche, mostly humorous usage.
How do you pronounce “Adam”?
“Adam” is pronounced A-duhm (/ˈædəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “Adam” in a sentence?
Here is “Adam” used in a sentence: “According to the Book of Genesis, Adam and Eve lived in the Garden of Eden.”
What part of speech is “Adam”?
Depending on how it is used, “Adam” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Adam” come from?
The word “Adam” comes from Latin. From Hebrew adam, related to adamah ("red earth, ground"), by way of Greek and Latin forms of the name.
Is “Adam” a common word?
“Adam” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Adam” have?
“Adam” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in the Bible, the first man created by God.
What does the name Adam mean?
Adam comes from the Hebrew 'adam,' meaning 'man' or 'human,' and is linked to 'adamah,' the word for earth or ground. The connection fits the biblical account, in which the first man is formed from the dust of the earth. The name has stayed popular across many cultures and languages.
Who was Adam in the Bible?
In the Book of Genesis, Adam is the first human God creates, placed in the Garden of Eden with Eve, the first woman. Their choice to eat the forbidden fruit leads to their expulsion from the garden. Adam is traditionally regarded as the ancestor of all humankind.
Is Adam still a common first name today?
Yes. Adam remains a widely used masculine given name across English, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities, partly because the figure appears in the Hebrew Bible, the Christian Bible, and the Quran. Its short, simple sound and deep historical roots keep it consistently popular around the world.