Adam
Adam in the Bible — first man (1CO 15:45). Referenced in 6 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “earthy; red”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 6 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 5 connections
Biography
The first human created by God, Adam was formed from the dust of the ground and placed in the Garden of Eden. He named all the animals and was given Eve as his companion. After disobeying God by eating from the tree of knowledge of good and evil, Adam and Eve were expelled from Eden. Despite his fall, Adam is remembered as the father of all humanity.
Significance
Adam represents humanity's original state and fall into sin, establishing the need for redemption that would come through Jesus Christ, often called the 'last Adam'.
Key Events
Names & Labels (1)
- Hebrew
- אָדָם
- Transliteration
- adam
- Meaning
- man, mankind
- Greek
- Ἀδάμ
- Reference
- GEN 2:20
- Strong's
- H121
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Adam in the Bible?
Adam is described in the Bible as first man (1CO 15:45).
What does the name Adam mean?
The name Adam means “earthy; red” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.