The name Adrian is a boy's name of Latin origin meaning "man of Adria". Adrian is one of those names that’s easy to picture on all kinds of people.

Adrian is often used as a gender-neutral name. Learn more about the meaning, origin, and popularity of the name.

Several saints and six popes have borne this name, including the only English pope, Adrian IV, and the only Dutch pope, Adrian VI. As an English name, it has been in use since the Middle Ages, though it was not popular until modern times.

In Greek, Adrian means ‘rich’ being associated with the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was famous for building Hadrian’s wall. Originating from the ancient town of Adria in Italy, the name has been given to several English Popes and saints.

Adrian as a boys' name (also used less commonly as girls' name Adrian) is pronounced AY-dree-an. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Adrian is "from Hadria".

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The name Adrian is of Latin origin and means "man of Adria" or "from the city of Adria." It is derived from the Adriatic Sea region, specifically the city of Adria in northern Italy. The name Adrian is often associated with qualities such as strength, courage, and leadership.