Adam Bedford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Adam Bedford — earth, man
389K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Adam Bedford is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Adam is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Adam is a common masculine given name in the English language, of Hebrew origin. The name derives from Adam (Hebrew: אָדָם), the first human according to the Hebrew Bible. When used as noun, אָדָם means "man" or "humanity". Its Biblical and Quranic uses have ensured that it is a common name in countries which draw on these traditions, and it is particularly common in Christian and Muslim majority countries. In most languages, its spelling is the same, although the pronunciation varies. Adán and Adão are the Spanish and Portuguese forms, respectively. The surname Bedford: Barbara Bedford (actress) (1903–1981), American actress Barbara Bedford (swimmer) (born 1972), American former backstroke swimmer Brian Bedford (1935–2016), English actor Celia Frances Bedford (1904–1959), British artist David Bedford (1937–2011), British composer and musician David Bedford (athlete) (born 1949), English long-distance runner Dave Bedford (footballer) (1926–2017), Australian footballer Davis Evan Bedford (1898–1978), British physician Frances Bedford (born 1953), Australian politician Francis Bedford (photographer) (1815–1894), English photographer Francis Donkin Bedford (1864–. Adam is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 389K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Adam reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Adam

Meaning: earth, man

Hebrew

Adam is a common masculine given name in the English language, of Hebrew origin. The name derives from Adam (Hebrew: אָדָם), the first human according to the Hebrew Bible. When used as noun, אָדָם means "man" or "humanity". Its Biblical and Quranic uses have ensured that it is a common name in countries which draw on these traditions, and it is particularly common in Christian and Muslim majority countries. In most languages, its spelling is the same, although the pronunciation varies. Adán and Adão are the Spanish and Portuguese forms, respectively.

Surname: Bedford

English

Barbara Bedford (actress) (1903–1981), American actress Barbara Bedford (swimmer) (born 1972), American former backstroke swimmer Brian Bedford (1935–2016), English actor Celia Frances Bedford (1904–1959), British artist David Bedford (1937–2011), British composer and musician David Bedford (athlete) (born 1949), English long-distance runner Dave Bedford (footballer) (1926–2017), Australian footballer Davis Evan Bedford (1898–1978), British physician Frances Bedford (born 1953), Australian politician Francis Bedford (photographer) (1815–1894), English photographer Francis Donkin Bedford (1864–.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Adam is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Adam by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Adam Bedford

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Adam Bedford:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Adam?
The first name Adam originates from Hebrew. Adam is a common masculine given name in the English language, of Hebrew origin. The name derives from Adam (Hebrew: אָדָם), the first human according to the Hebrew Bible. When used as noun, אָדָם means "man" or "humanity". Its Biblical and Quranic uses have ensured that it is a common name in countries which draw on these traditions, and it is particularly common in Christian and Muslim majority countries. In most languages, its spelling is the same, although the pronunciation varies. Adán and Adão are the Spanish and Portuguese forms, respectively.
When was Adam most popular?
The name Adam reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bedford?
The surname Bedford originates from English. Barbara Bedford (actress) (1903–1981), American actress Barbara Bedford (swimmer) (born 1972), American former backstroke swimmer Brian Bedford (1935–2016), English actor Celia Frances Bedford (1904–1959), British artist David Bedford (1937–2011), British composer and musician David Bedford (athlete) (born 1949), English long-distance runner Dave Bedford (footballer) (1926–2017), Australian footballer Davis Evan Bedford (1898–1978), British physician Frances Bedford (born 1953), Australian politician Francis Bedford (photographer) (1815–1894), English photographer Francis Donkin Bedford (1864–.
What are the origins of the name Adam Bedford?
The name Adam Bedford combines two different traditions: the first name Adam has Hebrew roots, while the surname Bedford originates from English.
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