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Diego vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Diego

Boy #145 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
2,506
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Diego Rank #145
Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Adrian mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Diego and Adrian boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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