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Aaron vs Adam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adam

Boy #100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man, mankind, human"

Origin: Hebrew (adamah, earth)

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Arabic Christian Jewish Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#100
Total SSA Count
3,497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aaron Rank #79
Adam Rank #100

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 vs #100 for Adam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aaron or Adam more popular?

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 compared to Adam at #100 in the United States.

What do Aaron and Adam mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin).

Are Aaron and Adam boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. Adam is primarily a boy name.

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