Adon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'Adonai,' meaning 'my lord' or 'master.' It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its core meaning of authority. The name is recognized for its biblical relevance, often used to refer to God or leaders among religious communities. While it has historical significance, its modern usage is limited, primarily associated with reverence.
The name Adon is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adon has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Adon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7438th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3526th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3599th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Adon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adon"
Pronunciation
/ˈædɒn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Adon comes from the Hebrew word 'Adonai,' which means 'my lord' or 'master.' It is often used in religious contexts to denote God or a figure of authority.
Meaning
lord, master
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֲדוֹן, Greek: ἄδων (Adon), Latin: Adon
Biblical Background
Adon appears in the Bible as a term of respect and honor, often referring to God or leaders.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in religious contexts, particularly among Jewish and Christian communities, as a respectful reference to God.
Variants & Derivatives
Adoni, Adonai, Adonijah
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Adon is less commonly used as a personal name but retains significance in religious contexts. It is often associated with authority and reverence.
Famous People
Adoniram Judson, an American Christian missionary, Adonijah, a biblical figure and son of King David
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adon"
"Adon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7438th of 16616 | 69 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3526th of 24088 | 434 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3599th of 23106 | 370 |
Regional Popularity of "Adon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
70.26% 3628th/5164 |
47.20% 3452nd/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
47.80% 3261st/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.