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Adan vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adan

Boy #496 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man, human being"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Arabic Hebrew Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#496
Total SSA Count
620
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adan Rank #496
Sam Rank #652

Adan is more popular, ranked #496 vs #652 for Sam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adan or Sam more popular?

Adan is more popular, ranked #496 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Adan and Sam mean?

Adan means "man, human being" (Hebrew origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adan and Sam boy or girl names?

Adan is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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