adón

Adán is the Spanish form of Adam, the name traditionally given to the first human in the creation narratives of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The given name derives from Hebrew Adam, meaning “man” or “earth,” reflecting the biblical account of humanity’s origin.

In the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament, God forms Adán from dust of the ground and breathes life into him, placing him in the Garden of Eden to tend it. He is forbidden to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; a serpent tempts him and Eve, and they eat the fruit, gaining knowledge but incurring shame. As a consequence, God expels them from Eden and sets cherubim with a flaming sword to guard the way to the tree of life. Adán and Eve have descendants, including Cain, Abel, and Seth; according to Genesis, Adán lived 930 years, fathering many children before his death.

In Islamic tradition, Adam (Adam) is regarded as the first human and a prophet, created by God from clay and endowed with dignity. He is taught the names of all things, warned of the devil’s temptations, and ultimately guided back to submission to God after repentance.

As a given name, Adán is common in Spanish-speaking countries and has been borne by various athletes, artists, and public figures. The name remains closely associated with the creation narratives in cultural and religious contexts.