You might be surprised to learn that Adidas doesn't actually stand for anything. It's not an acronym or an abbreviation. The name Adidas is a shortened version of the founder's name, Adolf "Adi" Dassler.
The Story Behind the Name
- Adolf "Adi" Dassler was a German shoemaker who started making athletic shoes in the 1920s.
- In 1949, he officially registered the name "Adidas" for his company, combining the first three letters of his nickname, "Adi," with the first three letters of his last name, "Dassler."
- The company's logo, the three stripes, was inspired by the three stripes on the shoes that Adi Dassler made for the 1952 Olympics.
Adidas Today
Adidas is now one of the world's leading sports apparel and footwear brands. They offer a wide range of products, including:
- Shoes: Running, basketball, soccer, tennis, and more
- Apparel: Jerseys, shorts, jackets, tracksuits, and more
- Accessories: Bags, hats, socks, and more
Adidas continues to innovate and push the boundaries of athletic performance, sponsoring some of the world's top athletes and teams.
