Adon
a-don
Popularity:
7621
Origin:
Hebrew
Other Origin(s):
Gaelic,Greek
Meaning:
Fire; My lord is Jehovah; Extremely good looking or handsome
There's a whole lot to love about this boy's name. As a Gaelic name, it's a variant form of Aden and a different way of spelling Aodh. Its meaning of "fire" will prove to be ideal for any little firecracker who embraces life wholeheartedly and isn't afraid to face the heat. Adon can also be a derivate of Adonis, a Greek name that means "extremely good looking" or "handsome." In mythology, Adonis was loved by Aphrodite and renowned for his beauty. A third meaning of Adon, "my lord is Jehovah," makes it ideal if you're searching for a name that'll help you share your faith with baby. It comes from the name Adonia, of which Adon is a diminutive.