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Sam vs Adan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Sam Rank #652
Adan Rank #496

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Adan more popular?

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

What do Sam and Adan mean?

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

Are Sam and Adan boy or girl names?

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

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