Adrien Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-dree-ən / ˈeɪ.dri.ənLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: dark one; French: from Hadria
Historical & Cultural Background
Adrien is derived from the Latin name Hadrianus, which means 'from Hadria,' a town in northern Italy. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has been used since the Middle Ages. It gained prominence due to Saint Adrian, a Christian martyr, and has been associated with nobility and leadership throughout history.
Trend Summary
Adrien has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in usage since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adrian
- Aydrian
International Variants
- Adriano (Italian)
- Adrián (Spanish)
- Adrien (French)
Famous people named Adrien
Adrien Brody is an American actor known for his role in 'The Pianist,' for which he won an Academy Award.
Adrien Rabiot is a French professional footballer who plays for Juventus and the French national team.
Adrien van Beveren is a French professional motorcycle racer known for competing in the Dakar Rally.
Adrien Quatennens is a French politician and member of the National Assembly.
Fictional characters named Adrien
Adrien Agreste is a character in the animated series 'Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir,' known as the superhero Cat Noir.
Adrien is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Awakening,' serving as a skilled swordsman.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adrien was first seen in the United States in 1881. Adrien has ranked as high as #1034 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Adrien has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adrien (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 18 | |
| CA | 18 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 18 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 33 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 36 |
| 1919 | 23 |
| 1920 | 35 |
| 1921 | 31 |
| 1922 | 31 |
| 1923 | 30 |
| 1924 | 37 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 37 |
| 1927 | 27 |
| 1928 | 29 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 23 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 22 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 39 |
| 1976 | 58 |
| 1977 | 51 |
| 1978 | 62 |
| 1979 | 56 |
| 1980 | 51 |
| 1981 | 52 |
| 1982 | 72 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 66 |
| 1985 | 70 |
| 1986 | 70 |
| 1987 | 62 |
| 1988 | 91 |
| 1989 | 96 |
| 1990 | 110 |
| 1991 | 96 |
| 1992 | 90 |
| 1993 | 110 |
| 1994 | 107 |
| 1995 | 110 |
| 1996 | 111 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1998 | 109 |
| 1999 | 141 |
| 2000 | 161 |
| 2001 | 167 |
| 2002 | 200 |
| 2003 | 240 |
| 2004 | 235 |
| 2005 | 296 |
| 2006 | 281 |
| 2007 | 249 |
| 2008 | 317 |
| 2009 | 345 |
| 2010 | 287 |
| 2011 | 323 |
| 2012 | 336 |
| 2013 | 288 |
| 2014 | 286 |
| 2015 | 261 |
| 2016 | 252 |
| 2017 | 254 |
| 2018 | 252 |
| 2019 | 258 |
| 2020 | 201 |
| 2021 | 233 |
| 2022 | 194 |
| 2023 | 197 |
| 2024 | 171 |