Ward vs Adams

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Adam"

Origin: English

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Ward Rank #3,309

Adams Rank #3,243

Adams is more popular, ranked #3243 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Ward or Adams more popular?

Adams is more popular, ranked #3243 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Adams mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Adams means "son of Adam" (English origin).

Are Ward and Adams boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Adams is primarily a boy name.