"slender, gentle, delicate"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Adin
Pronunciation: [ uhd-IHN ]
Boy Name
#2,049 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A quiet biblical name of gentle strength
Jewish
Hebrew
American
Turkish
Classic
Spiritual
Gentle
Minimalist
Meaning & Origin
"noble, refined"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
The Story of Adin
Adin is a Hebrew biblical name meaning slender, gentle, or delicate. In the Book of Ezra and Nehemiah, Adin is the ancestor of a family that returned to Israel from the Babylonian exile — his descendants numbered 454. The name appears twice in canonical Jewish genealogies, giving it deep roots in Hebrew biblical tradition. In modern Israel, Adin has maintained steady use as a given name.
Adin has grown steadily in the US and UK as parents seek short, strong Hebrew names beyond the ubiquitous Noah, Levi, and Eli. Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, the renowned Talmud translator, raised the name's profile in Jewish intellectual circles.
In biblical genealogies, Adin represents continuity and return — his descendants were among those who came back to rebuild Jerusalem. This makes the name symbolically powerful for Jewish families with connections to Israel or themes of homecoming.
Fun Facts
- Adin appears in both Ezra 2:15 and Nehemiah 7:20 in the Hebrew Bible
- Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz (1937-2020) produced the first complete translation and commentary of the Babylonian Talmud
Adin in Other Languages
Hebrew
עָדִין
Spanish
Adin
Turkish
Adin
Yiddish
עדין
Famous People Named Adin
A
Adin Hill
Athlete
1996
Canadian NHL goaltender who has played for the Vegas Golden Knights
A
Adin Steinsaltz
Religious
1937
Renowned Israeli rabbi and scholar who produced the first complete English translation of the Babylonian Talmud
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,049
- Total SSA Count
- 74
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Hebrew American Turkish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Adin Joseph
Adin Samuel
Adin Elijah
Adin Ben
Adin Noah
Adin Levi
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Adin is also used as a girl name, ranked #50844.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adin
What does the name Adin mean?
"slender, gentle, delicate" (from Hebrew). "noble, refined" (from Hebrew). Adin is a Hebrew biblical name meaning slender, gentle, or delicate. In the Book of Ezra and Nehemiah, Adin is the ancestor of a family that returned to Israel from the Babylonian exile — his descendants numbered 454. The name appears twice in canonical Jewish genealogies, giving it deep roots in Hebrew biblical tradition. In modern Israel, Adin has maintained steady use as a given name.
What is the origin of the name Adin?
Adin has Hebrew, Jewish, American, and Turkish origins. In Hebrew, it means "slender, gentle, delicate". In Hebrew, it means "noble, refined".
Is Adin a boy or girl name?
Adin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2049. As a girl name, it is ranked #50844. Adin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Adin?
Adin is pronounced uhd-IHN.
How popular is the name Adin?
Adin is currently ranked #2049 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Adin?
Popular middle name pairings include Adin Joseph, Adin Samuel, Adin Elijah, Adin Ben, Adin Noah, and Adin Levi.
What are good sibling names for Adin?
Names that pair well with Adin as siblings include Elan, Oren, Tamir, Shira, Noa, and Tali.
How many syllables does Adin have?
Adin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Adin a common or rare name?
Adin is an uncommon name, ranked #2049 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Adin
Adin is a boy name with Jewish, Hebrew, American, and Turkish origins . The name means "slender, gentle, delicate" in Hebrew .
Is Adin a boy or girl name? Adin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,049 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #50,844. Adin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Adin is currently ranked #2,049 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Adin has 2 syllables and is pronounced uhd-IHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Adin include Adiel, Aditya, Adil, Adi, Adir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.