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Adam vs Declan

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

Adam Rank #100
Declan Rank #131

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 vs #131 for Declan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adam or Declan more popular?

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Declan at #131 in the United States.

What do Adam and Declan mean?

Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Adam and Declan boy or girl names?

Adam is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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