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Adrian vs Aiden

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
Aiden Rank #47

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #72 for Adrian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Aiden more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Adrian at #72 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Aiden mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Adrian and Aiden boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Aiden is primarily a boy name.

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