Origin and Meaning of Andrienne

Dark one or rich.

Origin: French - Derived from the Latin name Hadrianus, which comes from the name of the city of Hadria in northern Italy. It can also be connected to the word 'aeterna' which means 'everlasting'.

• Adrienne is the feminine form of the name Adrian, which has been popular in various cultures since the Middle Ages.
• The name is particularly popular in French-speaking countries and has variations in other languages, such as Adriana in Spanish and Italian.
• Notable bearers of the name include Adrienne Barbeau, an American actress known for her work in television and film, and Adrienne Rich, a prominent American poet and feminist.
• In the United States, the name Adrienne saw its peak popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s, particularly in the top 200 names for girls.
• Related names include Adrian, a masculine counterpart, and other feminine variations like Adriana and Adria.