Adrian
man from Hadria or the Adriatic Sea (Latin)
Adrian is a english / spanish boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 88, with 94,907 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
man from Hadria or the Adriatic Sea (Latin)
Adrian originates from the Latin name Hadrianus, designating an inhabitant of Hadria, a town in northern Italy that also gave its name to the Adriatic Sea. In the Philippines, it was introduced during the Spanish colonial period and gained further mainstream popularity through American-era English influence, remaining a consistent favorite for boys across generations.
Adrian is derived from the Roman cognomen Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria' in Latin. In the Philippines, the name exists via both historical Spanish influence (as Adrián) and widespread contemporary English naming practices.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone first name or in compound pairings like Adrian Paul, Mark Adrian, or John Adrian. Common Filipino nicknames include Ian, Yan, Drian, and Ade.
Related forms
- Adrián Spanish
- Adriano Italian
- Adrien French
- Adriaan Dutch
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Adrian with common surname pairs
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How do I use Adrian with two Filipino surnames?
Adrian is the given name. The full name is Adrian + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Adrian a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Adrian is number 88, with 94,907 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.