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Adrian

“Man of Adria” — English

BoyEnglish2 syllablesCurrent rank #72 (2024)

About Adrian

The distinguished boy's name Adrian flows from English and Latin origins, originally denoting a "man of Adria." Sophisticated, romantic, and historically rich, it offers a beautifully soft yet decidedly masculine sound.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
PronunciationAY-dree-un
Syllables2

Nicknames for Adrian

AdriAdrAdrieAdryRian

Popularity in the U.S.

Adrian ranks #72 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 4,617 births..

Current #725Y -20%Peak 2015
4.5K5K5.5K6K6.5K151617181920212223242015: 6,531 births2016: 6,330 births2017: 6,224 births2018: 5,809 births2019: 5,762 births2020: 5,249 births2021: 5,143 births2022: 5,044 births2023: 4,662 births2024: 4,617 births

Adrian had 4,617 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Adrian James
  • Adrian Alexander
  • Adrian Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Adrian mean?

Adrian is commonly linked to the meaning Man of Adria and is associated with English roots.

Is Adrian a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Adrian ranks #72 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 4,617 births..

How is Adrian pronounced?

A common pronunciation is AY-dree-un.

What are common nicknames for Adrian?

Popular nicknames include Adri, Adr, Adrie, Adry, Rian.