Adriana

At a Glance

Meaning

Feminine form of Adrianus/Adrian, from the place-name Adria; the 'dark one' gloss is disputed

Origin

Latin/Etruscan

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

ay-dree-AH-nahListen

Adriana is the feminine form of Adrianus (Adrian), tracing back to the place-name Adria, and it's classified as a Latin/Etruscan name — pronounced ay-dree-AH-nah. You may see it described as meaning 'dark one' or 'woman from the Adriatic,' but that gloss rests on a disputed reconstruction of Adria's root and isn't confirmed. It's a timeless classic with global reach, which fits a name built on an old European place-name.

Meaning & Origin of Adriana

Meaning: Feminine form of Adrianus/Adrian, from the place-name Adria; the 'dark one' gloss is disputed.

Origin: Latin/Etruscan.

A common claim: Adriana is said to mean 'dark one' or 'woman from the Adriatic' Actually: Adriana is the feminine form of Adrian, from the place-name Adria. The 'dark one' meaning rests on a disputed reconstruction of that place-name's root.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Adriana

Popularity of Adriana

Adriana has cooled from its high point: it peaked at #107 in 2006 with 3,095 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had settled to #323 with 951 babies, based on U.S. birth records spanning 1888-2024.

Names Like Adriana

These names share Adriana’s style, era or origin.

• Lara
• Lucia
• Valery
• Adaline
• Adelina
• Adrianna

FAQ

What does the name Adriana mean?

Feminine form of Adrianus/Adrian, from the place-name Adria; the ‘dark one’ gloss is disputed. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Adriana?

Adriana is pronounced ay-dree-AH-nah (IPA: /eɪdriˈɑːnə/).

Is Adriana a popular name right now?

Adriana peaked at #107 in 2006 and is ranked #323 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1888–2024.)

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