Addams is primarily known as a surname rather than a given name. It’s of English origin, derived from “Adam,” meaning “man” or “earth.”

Origin: English
Meaning: Son of Adam
Gender: Typically used as a surname

While not common as a first name, Addams gained cultural significance through “The Addams Family,” created by cartoonist Charles Addams. The fictional family’s darkly humorous nature has made the name synonymous with quirky, macabre humor.

As a surname, it’s associated with historical figures like John Adams, the second President of the United States.