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Adrian vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Maxwell more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Maxwell mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Adrian and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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