Hadrian
Hadrian is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
From Hadria; dark one.
Origin and history
Hadrian is a classic Latin name meaning 'from Hadria', an ancient town in northern Italy that gave its name to the Adriatic Sea. Historically famous due to the Roman Emperor Hadrian, the name remains relatively rare in the United States, though it has seen increased usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
829 babies in the United States have been named Hadrian since 1880. It ranks #3847 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1713.
States where it is most popular
- CA (43.5 %)
- TX (42 %)
- MI (7.2 %)
- NY (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 14 |
| 1980-1990 | 13 |
| 1990-2000 | 51 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 330 |
| 2020-2029 | 214 |
Famous people named Hadrian
- Hadrian: Emperor, Military Leader
Nicknames
Ade
Fun facts
- Hadrian ruled the Roman Empire from 117 to 138 AD and is famous for building Hadrian's Wall in Britain.
- The ancient town of Hadria, from which the name derives, also gave its name to the Adriatic Sea.