Adams

Adams is a surname of English origin, derived from the given name Adam, meaning “earth” or “red”. It has been a popular name throughout history, borne by many notable figures such as John Adams, the second President of the United States, and Ansel Adams, the famous landscape photographer. The Adams family also plays a prominent role in literature, with characters such as Elizabeth Bennet’s love interest, Mr. Darcy, in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Today, the surname Adams remains a common and well-known name across the globe.