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Adrian vs Ayden

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
Ayden Rank #213

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #213 for Ayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Ayden more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Ayden at #213 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Ayden mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Ayden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Adrian and Ayden boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Ayden is primarily a boy name.

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