Earth, soil, or child of the red earth
Adama is a name with deep roots in West African and Semitic traditions. In Hebrew, it is a feminine noun meaning 'earth' or 'soil,' directly related to the name Adam. In many West African cultures, particularly among the Bambara and Mandinka people, it is a common variant of Adam used for both males and females.
About 22 girls were named Adama in 2025.
Professional Spanish footballer
President of the Gambia
Malian professional basketball player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
