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Aaron vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adrian

Boy #72 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Hadria, of the Adriatic"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Spanish Romanian Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#72
Total SSA Count
4,617
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aaron Rank #79
Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #79 for Aaron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aaron or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Aaron at #79 in the United States.

What do Aaron and Adrian mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Aaron and Adrian boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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