Theodore 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

Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Adam Rank #100

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Adam more popular?

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

What do Theodore and Adam mean?

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

Are Theodore and Adam boy or girl names?

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

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