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Adrian vs Cole

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
Cole Rank #162

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #162 for Cole.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Cole more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Cole mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Adrian and Cole boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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