Hadrian: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahdr-ee-ahn
Origin: Italy
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: From hadria

Hadrian is a masculine name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Hadrianus. The name means "from Hadria, " referring to two ancient Roman settlements, Adria in northern Italy and Atri in central Italy. The name is also associated with Hadrian, the Roman Emperor known for his ambitious building projects, including Hadrian 's Wall in Britain. Over time, the name has been adopted by various cultures, with different pronunciations and variations. Despite its ancient origins, Hadrian remains a strong and culturally significant name, symbolizing strength and historical significance.

Hadrian Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hadrian is currently #7395 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Hadrian is currently #3207 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Hadrian is currently #3712 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Hadrian is currently #1638 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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