Adham

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Pronounced AD-ham /ˈæd.hɑm/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic adham, 'black, dark' — borne by the Sufi saint Ibrahim ibn AdhamMedium

In 30 seconds: Deep and noble: Adham is Arabic for 'black, dark' — borne by the revered Sufi prince-turned-saint Ibrahim ibn Adham. Strong and storied.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic adham, 'black, dark' — borne by the Sufi saint Ibrahim ibn Adham

U.S. rank (2025)#3583 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 942

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Adham comes from Arabic adham, 'black, dark' (also a prized black horse). It's forever linked to the 8th-century Sufi saint Ibrahim ibn Adham, a prince who embraced asceticism. A dignified classic.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, dark at the root, and noble.

Did you know? Ibrahim ibn Adham was a prince who renounced his throne for a life of devotion — a legendary Sufi figure; Adham means 'black, dark', a noble Arabic name.

Overall data confidence 80%

Arabic references — adham — etymology

Variations

AdhemEdham

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adham mean?

Adham is Arabic for 'black, dark'; the Sufi saint Ibrahim ibn Adham bore it.

How do you pronounce Adham?

It's said AD-ham /ˈæd.hɑm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Adham a boy or girl name?

Adham is a boy's name.

How popular is Adham?

Adham is a rare name in the U.S.