Origin and Meaning of Adrien

Dark one / From Hadria

Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin name 'Hadrianus', which means 'from Hadria', a town in Northern Italy. The element 'ator' can imply 'dark' or 'black'.

• Adrien is the French form of the name Adrian, which has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Europe.
• The name has variations in several languages, including Adrian (English), Adriano (Italian), and Adrienne (the feminine form).
• Notable bearers include Roman Emperor Hadrian, famous for building Hadrian's Wall in Britain, and several saints named Adrian.
• In contemporary times, Adrien saw a rise in popularity in the early 21st century, especially in France, where it is a commonly used name.
• Related names and variations include Adrian (English), Andrei (Romanian and Russian), and Adriana (feminine variant).