Declining since 2006, #2,765 for boys today.
Popularity of Adin since 1914
Babies named Adin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 36 |
| 1920s | 45 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 59 |
| 1980s | 64 |
| 1990s | 242 |
| 2000s | 1,488 |
| 2010s | 904 |
| 2020s | 369 |
Meaning & origin
Adin is a name with multiple possible roots, appearing in Hebrew and Gaelic traditions. Its use in the United States dates to at least 1914, but it has never been common. The name reached its peak popularity in 2007, ranking higher than in subsequent years. Since 2006, its frequency has been falling, though it remains in occasional use. In 2023, about 1 in 37,132 boys were named Adin, placing it at rank 2,765. The states with the highest relative usage include New York, Florida, and California. Despite its low rank, Adin's short, familiar sound keeps it from feeling obscure, and it fits well with similar, more popular names like Aiden and Ethan.
Adin is a name with multiple possible origins. In Hebrew, it may derive from a word meaning 'fire' or 'adorned.' In Irish and Scottish Gaelic, it could be a variant of Aidan, from the diminutive of aodh, meaning 'fire.' The name appears in the Bible as a minor figure (e.g., Ezra 2:15). In modern usage, it has been adopted across English-speaking countries, partly influenced by similar names like Aiden.
Where Adin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Aden
Sibling names for Adin
Names that share Adin's style, for a brother or sister.
