Adriano
Meaning: From Hadria, the Adriatic
Origin: Latin (via Brazilian Portuguese)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Brazil: #34
Total births: 338,315
History: Adriano is the Portuguese/Italian form of Adrian. Popular in Brazilian football culture.
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| Current rank (2000) | #41 |
| Babies named Adriano in 2000 | 29,781 |
| Total recorded in Brazil | 337,863 |
| Peak year | 1980 (142,932 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #14 |
| Years in records | 1930–2000 (8 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Adriano
What does the name Adriano mean?
Adriano means “From Hadria, the Adriatic” from Latin (via Brazilian Portuguese) roots.
What is the origin of the name Adriano?
Adriano has Latin (via Brazilian Portuguese) origin. The traditional meaning is “From Hadria, the Adriatic”.
How popular is Adriano in Brazil?
Adriano ranked #41 in Brazil in 2000 — given to 29,781 babies that year.
When was Adriano most popular?
Adriano peaked in 1980 with 142,932 babies registered that year in Brazil.
Is Adriano a boy or girl name?
Adriano is predominantly a boys' name in Brazil — over 90% of Adrianos in registered births are male.
How long has Adriano been recorded in Brazil?
Adriano appears in birth records in Brazil across 8 years — from 1930 through 2000.