Adrea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adrea has its origins in Latin, derived from Adrianus, meaning 'from Hadria'. It evolved through various forms, including Adrian in Old French, before becoming popular in modern English. The name is associated with richness and has gained traction as a feminine name in recent decades. It lacks biblical significance but is viewed positively as a distinctive choice today, with variants like Adriana and Addie.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adrea"
Pronunciation
/əˈdreɪ.ə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Adrea is derived from the Latin name 'Adrianus', which means 'from Hadria'. Hadria was a town in Northern Italy, and the name is often associated with the Adriatic Sea.
Meaning
Dark, rich
Language Evolution
Adrianus (Latin), Adrian (Old French), Adrea (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Adrea gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century as a feminine form of Adrian, reflecting a trend of using traditionally masculine names for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Adriana, Adrianna, Addie
Modern Popularity & Image
Adrea is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Adrea M. G. Bass, Adrea C. W. Yu
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✨ Adrea Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adrea"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adrea"
"Adrea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7019th of 12526 | 50 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4186th of 19264 | 227 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4825th of 27321 | 291 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11595th of 35406 | 125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17754th of 30306 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Adrea" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Adrea" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adrea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adrea" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Adrea" in the United States
The name Adrea is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adrea has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adrea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7019th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4186th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4825th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11595th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17754th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adrea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.