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Benjamin vs Adrian

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

Benjamin Rank #11
Adrian Rank #72

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #72 for Adrian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benjamin or Adrian more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to Adrian at #72 in the United States.

What do Benjamin and Adrian mean?

Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Benjamin and Adrian boy or girl names?

Benjamin is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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