Adam
Meaning: Man, earth, red earth
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Sweden: #10
Total births: 14,485
History: Adam surged in Sweden in the 2000s as biblical names gained popularity in secular Sweden. The first man's name carries universal weight. In a country that prides itself on equality, a name meaning 'man/earth' connects everyone to the same origin story. Adam represents the Swedish love of names that are both ancient and completely accessible.
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Every number here comes directly from Sweden’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2022) | #7 |
| Babies named Adam in 2022 | 552 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 14,485 |
| Peak year | 2000 (797 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #5 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Adam
What does the name Adam mean?
Adam means “Man, earth, red earth” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Adam?
Adam has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Man, earth, red earth”.
How popular is Adam in Sweden?
Adam ranked #7 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 552 babies that year.
When was Adam most popular?
Adam peaked in 2000 with 797 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Adam a boy or girl name?
Adam is predominantly a boys' name in Sweden — over 90% of Adams in registered births are male.
How long has Adam been recorded in Sweden?
Adam appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.