boy name
Adrian
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#74 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Adrian in the US, 1880–2025
Adrian first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2008, when 7,938 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 4,464.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Adrian a boy or a girl name?
Adrian is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Adrian?
In 2025, Adrian ranked #74 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Adrian most popular?
Adrian was most popular in 2008, when about 7,938 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.