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Jonathan 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

Jonathan Rank #83
Adam Rank #100

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #100 for Adam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathan or Adam more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Adam at #100 in the United States.

What do Jonathan and Adam mean?

Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin). Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin).

Are Jonathan and Adam boy or girl names?

Jonathan is primarily a boy name. Adam is primarily a boy name.

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