Rising since 2021, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Adoniah since 2007
Babies named Adoniah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 | 5 |
| 2010s | 33 | 30 |
| 2020s | 25 | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Adoniah is a biblical name that has quietly reentered the American naming landscape in the 21st century. First appearing in U.S. birth records in 2007, it reached a rank of 10,107 in 2023 (with a 1 in 178,585 incidence) and has been on an upward trajectory since 2021, suggesting growing interest in rare Old Testament names. The name remains exceptionally uncommon, with no recorded concentration in any top states, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with deep religious roots.
Adoniah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Adoniyah' meaning 'my Lord is Yahweh.' It appears in the Old Testament as a son of David. The name fell out of common use for centuries but has seen a modern revival in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, as parents seek unique biblical names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Adon, Adi
Variants: Adonijah
Sibling names for Adoniah
Names that share Adoniah's style, for a brother or sister.
