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Adam vs Emmett

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
Emmett Rank #119

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 vs #119 for Emmett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adam or Emmett more popular?

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Adam and Emmett mean?

Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin). Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin).

Are Adam and Emmett boy or girl names?

Adam is primarily a boy name. Emmett is primarily a boy name.

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