Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Adar since 1993
Babies named Adar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 | 5 |
| 2000s | 6 | 30 |
| 2010s | 24 | 37 |
| 2020s | 11 | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Adar is a name that bridges Hebrew and Persian origins, carrying meanings related to fire and the calendar. First recorded in the U.S. in 1996, it has seen modest use, reaching a peak rank of 12,008 in 2022, and remains stable as of 2025, with an incidence of about 1 in 341,615 newborns. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. state, reflecting its scattered but consistent use. Its dual heritage gives it appeal for families seeking a short, distinctive name with cultural depth.
Adar has two primary derivations. In Hebrew, Adar (אֲדָר) is the sixth month of the Hebrew calendar, a name of Akkadian origin meaning 'threshing floor' or possibly 'fire.' In Persian, Adar (آذر) means 'fire' and is the name of the ninth month of the Iranian calendar. The name has been used in modern times, particularly since the late 20th century, in both Jewish and Persian communities.
“Adar” around the world
Where Adar lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Adir
Sibling names for Adar
Names that share Adar's style, for a brother or sister.
