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Adrian vs Declan

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
Declan Rank #131

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #131 for Declan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Declan more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Declan at #131 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Declan mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Adrian and Declan boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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