Find out how popular the first name Adamo has been for the last 38 years (from 1983 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Adamo by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Adamo is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Adamo.

The history of the first name Adamo

The name Adamo has its origins in Hebrew, derived from the biblical name Adam, which means "man" or "earth." It is one of the oldest and most widely recognized names in the world, tracing its roots back to the Book of Genesis in the Hebrew Bible, where Adam is described as the first human created by God.

The name Adamo is a variant form of Adam that emerged in Italian and other Romance languages, likely influenced by the Latin word "adamare," meaning "to fall in love with." This Italian version of the name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, particularly in Italy and other parts of Europe influenced by Italian culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Adamo can be found in the works of the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who lived from 1265 to 1321 CE. In his epic poem "Divine Comedy," Dante mentions the name Adamo in reference to the biblical Adam.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Adamo. Adamo da Brescia (c. 1188-1263) was an Italian architect and sculptor known for his work on the Basilica of St. Anthony in Padua, Italy. Adamo Tedesco (c. 1530-1592) was a German composer and organist active in the late Renaissance period.

In the realm of literature, Adamo Mickiewicz (1798-1855) was a prominent Polish poet, playwright, and political writer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest Romantic poets in Polish literature. Adamo Kozłowiecki (1911-2007) was a Polish Roman Catholic prelate who served as the Archbishop of Lusaka, Zambia, from 1959 to 1969.

More recently, Adamo Didur (1914-2007) was a Canadian artist and sculptor of Ukrainian descent, known for his contributions to the Ukrainian-Canadian art scene in the mid-20th century. His works can be found in various galleries and public spaces across Canada.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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