Vadim

Vadim: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Vadim

  • A male given name from the Slavic languages, equivalent to English Bademus.

Etymology

A Transliteration of Russian Вадим (Vadim).

How popular is Vadim?

6U.S. babies in 2025
#3342peak rank (2002)
539babies since 1880

Since 1880, 539 boys in the U.S. have been named Vadim. Its highest rank for boys was #3342 in 2002. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Vadim FAQ

What does the name Vadim mean?

A male given name from the Slavic languages, equivalent to English Bademus. A Transliteration of Russian Вадим (Vadim).

What is the origin of the name Vadim?

Vadim is listed as a name of Slavic origin.

How popular is the name Vadim?

Since 1880, 539 boys in the U.S. have been named Vadim. Its highest rank for boys was #3342 in 2002. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Vadim a boy or girl name?

Vadim is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 539 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.