Irish boy name
Adomnán Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Adomnán means little adam. Diminutive of Adam, from Hebrew
Adomnán was the ninth abbot of Iona, who lived from about 624 to 704. He wrote the Life of Saint Columba, one of the most important texts of the early medieval Irish world, and introduced the Law of the Innocents, which protected women and children in war. The name is a diminutive form of Adam. In Donegal, the saint is called Eunan and is patron of the diocese of Raphoe. Adomnán is rare today and has a scholarly feel, ideal for families who value history and learning. The pronunciation takes a short stress on the first syllable.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Adomnán
AdamnanEunanAdhamhnán
Well-known people named Adomnán
Adomnán of Iona.
Adomnán popularity: Ireland vs the US
Adomnán does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adomnán mean?
Adomnán means "little adam". Diminutive of Adam, from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Adomnán?
Adomnán is pronounced AH-dum-nawn.
What is the origin of Adomnán?
Adomnán is of Irish origin. Diminutive of Adam, from Hebrew.