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Adorian

♂ Boy

Pronounced uh-DOR-ee-un /əˈdɔːr.i.ən/Medium

Meaning: A modern given name blending near Adrian, the Latin name meaning 'of the Adriatic' or 'dark one,' with a smoother -orian shape. Its exact route is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A smooth, modern name: Adorian sits near Adrian, 'of the Adriatic' (said 'uh-DOR-ee-un'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowLatin, English
MeaningA modern given name blending near Adrian, the Latin name meaning 'of the Adriatic' or 'dark one,' with a smoother -orian shape. Its exact route is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12348 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 140

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219932024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Adorian is a modern given name blending near Adrian, the Latin name meaning 'of the Adriatic' or 'dark one,' reshaped with an -orian ending. The precise route is uncertain, which we note (said 'uh-DOR-ee-un').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for boys. Rare, smooth, and modern.

Did you know? Adorian reads as a modern blend near Adrian, the Latin name for 'of the Adriatic' or 'dark one,' with a softer -orian shape. Its exact route is uncertain, which we note (said 'uh-DOR-ee-un').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Adorian — Modern blend near Adrian; routes uncertain

Variations

AdrianAdorionAdrean

Nicknames

AdoRian

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If you like Adorian…

Adrian— the base name Adorian echoes
Dorian— a like -orian ending
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adorian mean?

Adorian is a modern blend near Adrian, 'of the Adriatic' or 'dark one.' Routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Adorian?

It's said uh-DOR-ee-un /əˈdɔːr.i.ən/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Adorian a boy or girl name?

Adorian is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Adorian?

Adorian is a rare, modern name for boys in the U.S.

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