Adi
Hebrew
"son of the red earth"
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Adi Origin and Meaning
The name Adi is a boy's name of Yiddish origin.
Adi is a multicultural masculine name with diverse origins and meanings across several traditions. In Hebrew, it means 'jewel' or 'ornament,' while in Sanskrit it can mean 'first' or 'beginning.' The name also has Germanic roots where it serves as a short form of names containing the element 'adal' meaning 'noble.' This concise, two-syllable name has gained popularity in Israel, India, and increasingly in Western countries drawn to its simplicity and international appeal. Adi travels well across cultures and is appreciated for its modern feel despite ancient origins. Its brevity makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce in multiple languages, contributing to its growing global usage.
Popularity of the name Adi
- 32Bosnia and Herzegovina2023
Famous People Named Adi
- Adi ShankaraIndian philosopher
- Adi Da Samraj (born Franklin Albert Jones)American spiritual guru
- Adolf "Adi" DasslerGerman founder of Adidas
- Adi Burjorji GodrejIndian industrialist
- Adi GranovBosnian comics artist
- Adi NesIsraeli photographer
- Adi ShamirIsraeli cryptographer
- Adi SmolarSlovenian singer,songwriter