UK boy's name
Adomas
A masculine name of Lithuanian origin meaning "son of Adam".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adomas is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adomas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3254, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 22 births.
This profile covers 195 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 2007 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 194 living people in the UK are called Adomas. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adomas ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 22 boys were registered as Adomas.
- • About 194 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adomas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3254
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2015
22 births
Estimated living
194
2026
Meaning
What does Adomas mean?
The name Adomas originates from the Lithuanian language and culture, with its roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be a variation of the Hebrew name Adam, which means "earth" or "red clay." The name gained popularity in Lithuania during the Renaissance period, and it was often associated with scholarly and intellectual pursuits.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Adomas can be found in the works of the renowned Lithuanian poet and playwright Kristijonas Donelaitis (1714-1780). His epic poem "The Seasons" features a character named Adomas, who represents the virtues of hard work and harmony with nature.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Adomas. One of them was Adomas Mickevičius (1798-1855), a Polish-Lithuanian poet, dramatist, and philosopher, who is considered a national icon in both countries. His works, such as "Pan Tadeusz" and "Konrad Wallenrod," played a significant role in shaping the cultural identities of Poland and Lithuania.
Another prominent figure was Adomas Jakštas (1860-1938), a Lithuanian priest and linguist who contributed to the preservation and promotion of the Lithuanian language. He authored several dictionaries and grammars, laying the foundation for modern Lithuanian linguistics.
In the realm of politics, Adomas Galdikas (1893-1969) was a Lithuanian diplomat and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Lithuania from 1934 to 1935. He played a crucial role in navigating the country's political landscape during the interwar period.
Lastly, Adomas Žvirzdys (1940-2017) was a Lithuanian architect and urban planner who left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. His designs, including the Panorama Shopping Center and the Vilnius International Airport terminal, are widely recognized and admired.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Adomas throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields, from literature and linguistics to politics and architecture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adomas over time
The chart below shows babies named Adomas registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Adomas, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adomas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adomas was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2601 | 46 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1983 | 134 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3376 | 15 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Adomas
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Adomas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adomas in the UK right now?
In 2024, Adomas was ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Adomas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 22 babies registered as Adomas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adomas?
A masculine name of Lithuanian origin meaning "son of Adam".
How many people are called Adomas in the UK?
A total of 195 babies have been registered as Adomas across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.