Adrien Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Adrien originates from the Latin name Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria.' It has evolved through various historical forms including Hadrianus and Adrianus. The name signifies traits of richness and darkness. It has no biblical relevance but experienced a rise in popularity during the late Middle Ages in France. Today, Adrien is seen as an elegant name with a classic appeal, linked to notable figures in various fields.

The name Adrien is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Adrien has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adrien' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1327th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1790th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2268th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1487th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 793rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 920th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5412th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3346th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3107th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5671st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11914th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adrien' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adrien"

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Pronunciation

/ˈeɪdriən/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Adrien derives from the Latin name Hadrianus, which means 'from Hadria.' Hadria was a town in Northern Italy that was situated near the Adriatic Sea.

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Meaning

dark one; rich

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Language Evolution

Hadrianus (Latin), Adrianus (Latin), Adrien (French)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the late Middle Ages, particularly in France, and has continued to be used in various forms across Europe since then.

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Variants & Derivatives

Adrian, Hadrian, Aidan, Adriano

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Modern Popularity & Image

Adrien is perceived as a sophisticated and classic name, often associated with artistic and intellectual qualities. It remains popular in French-speaking countries and among those who appreciate names with historical significance.

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Famous People

Adrien Brody, an American actor, Adrien Rabiot, a French professional footballer, Adrien Van Beveren, a French motocross racer

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adrien"

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 "Adrien"

"Adrien" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1327th of 7545 480
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1790th of 6773 297
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2268th of 7552 245
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1487th of 10718 544
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1110th of 16616 1,374
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 793rd of 24088 3,812
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 920th of 23106 2,847
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 8072nd of 9204 10
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 5412th of 12526 97
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 3346th of 19264 317
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 3107th of 27321 536
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 5671st of 35406 350
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 11914th of 30306 88

Regional Popularity of "Adrien" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- 34.88%
481st/1379
- -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 42.67%
664th/1556
- -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 67.94%
1651st/2430
- -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 47.26%
1646th/3483
44.14%
1553rd/3518
32.76%
1325th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
40.05%
1476th/3685
29.25%
1309th/4475
22.91%
1190th/5194
15.07%
952nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
18.70%
857th/4582
14.89%
769th/5164
12.53%
916th/7313
9.22%
688th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
26.15%
1042nd/3984
16.05%
720th/4487
14.57%
994th/6822
14.83%
931st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Adrien" 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%
3483rd/3483
85.42%
3005th/3518
83.90%
3393rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
3685th/3685
- 77.76%
4039th/5194
77.38%
4888th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 83.69%
6120th/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Adrien"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Adrien" 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.