Adrian is a popular boys' name in United States, ranking #59 in 2014 with 6,706 recorded births. This places Adrian in the top 1% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 7,937 births ranking #56. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 63.2%. In 2014, approximately 1 in every 286 boys born was named Adrian. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Adrian is a polished Latin name that originally meant someone from Hadria, an ancient town in Italy. It has stayed popular because it feels classic, international, and easy to wear.
The name developed from the Roman family name Hadrianus and has a long history in Europe. It was borne by saints, popes, and the Roman emperor Hadrian, which helped it remain familiar over the centuries.