Adrien – Name Meaning
Adrien is a French name derived from the Latin name Hadrianus, which means “from Hadria”. Hadria was an ancient city in northern Italy. The name Adrien is also related to the Latin word adriaticus, meaning “of the Adriatic Sea”. It is a popular name in France and other French-speaking countries.
History and Origin
The name Adrien has been used since at least the Middle Ages. It was popularized by the French writer Honoré d’Urfé, who wrote a novel called L’Astrée in 1607. In this novel, one of the main characters was named Adrien. The popularity of the name spread throughout Europe during the 17th century.
Adrien is also a variant of Adrian, which is derived from Hadrianus. This name was borne by several Roman emperors, including Hadrian (76–138 AD). The name became popular in England after Saint Adrian of Canterbury (died 710), who was venerated as a saint in the Middle Ages.
Popularity
Adrien is a very popular name in France and other French-speaking countries. It has been consistently among the top 100 most popular names for boys in France since records began in 1900. In 2019, it was the 33rd most popular name for boys in France.
In the United States, Adrien has been steadily increasing in popularity since records began in 1880. In 2019, it was the 845th most popular name for boys in the United States.
Famous People Named Adrien
There are many famous people with the name Adrien, including:
- Adrien Brody, American actor and producer
- Adrien Rabiot, French footballer
- Adrien Silva, Portuguese footballer
- Adrienne Bailon, American singer and television personality
Variations of Adrien
Variations of Adrien include: Adriano (Italian), Adrianus (Latin), Aiden (English), Aidan (Irish), Aydin (Turkish) and Hadrian (English).
