Adam vs Theodore

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

Popularity Comparison

Adam Rank #100
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #100 for Adam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adam or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Adam at #100 in the United States.

What do Adam and Theodore mean?

Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Adam and Theodore boy or girl names?

Adam is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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