New or son of Adam
In Amharic, Addis means 'new,' most famously seen in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. In English and Scottish contexts, it originated as a medieval patronymic diminutive of Adam, meaning 'son of Addie.'
About 8 boys were named Addis in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Ethiopian long-distance runner and Olympic medalist
Character mentioned in various regional literature · Various Ethiopian Folklore
