Adar

Adar is a feminine name with rich multicultural origins. In Hebrew, Adar is the sixth month of the civil year in the Jewish calendar, associated with joy and the festival of Purim. In Kurdish traditions, Adar means 'fire' and is connected to the celebration of the new year. The name also appears in Welsh mythology as a bird symbolizing time and the changing seasons. Despite its ancient roots, Adar remains rare in contemporary Western naming practice. The name's brevity and melodic quality give it a modern feel despite its traditional origins. Parents might choose Adar for its cross-cultural significance, meaningful associations with natural elements, or simply for its distinctive sound and compact elegance.

Adar is also given to boys, where it ranks #12031 in the US.

Pronounced uh-DAHR.

As of October 2026, Adar ranked #13605 for girls in US births in 2022 and #12031 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #12084 for girls in 1997 and #7269 for boys in 2022.