Adrian
Meaning: From Hadria, dark one
Origin: Latin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #90
Total births: 6,942
History: Adrian peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Adrian Quist was a tennis legend in the golden age of Australian tennis. The name carries a slightly continental European flair unusual in Australian naming — a touch of sophistication among the Gregs and Marks.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2003) | #92 |
| Babies named Adrian in 2003 | 96 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,942 |
| Peak year | 1974 (244 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #36 |
| Years in records | 1952–2003 (50 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 6 spots |
Frequently asked about Adrian
What does the name Adrian mean?
Adrian means “From Hadria, dark one” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Adrian?
Adrian has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “From Hadria, dark one”.
How popular is Adrian in Australia?
Adrian ranked #92 in Australia in 2003 — given to 96 babies that year.
When was Adrian most popular?
Adrian peaked in 1974 with 244 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Adrian a boy or girl name?
Adrian is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Adrians in registered births are male.
How long has Adrian been recorded in Australia?
Adrian appears in birth records in Australia across 50 years — from 1952 through 2003.