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Adrian vs Aaron

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

Adrian Rank #72
Aaron Rank #79

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Aaron more popular?

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

What do Adrian and Aaron mean?

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

Are Adrian and Aaron boy or girl names?

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

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