Adrian

Adrian is a Latin name traditionally associated with the masculine gender. Adrian is a derivative of Hadrianus. The meaning of Adrian is 'son of Adria' or 'person from Hadria'. The name also has a Greek tie, where it means 'rich'. As an English name, Adrian has existed since the Middle Ages and is derived from the old river, Adria. Hecataeus of Miletus (c.550 - 476 BC) believed that Adria, the Etruscan harbor city, and the Adriatic Sea were named after Adrian. Several Popes have since adopted Saint Adrian's name, Adrian IV, the only English Pope, and Adrian VI, the only Dutch pope. Adrian became popular in the United Kingdom in the '50s and the '80s with the release of Sue Townsend's 'Adrian Mole' series. Adrian has several pop culture references. Adrian appears in 'The Tragedy of Coriolanus' and 'The Tempest'. Adrian Corbo, alias Flex, is a superhero in Marvel Comics. Adrian Leverkühn features as a protagonist in 'Doctor Faustus'. Adrian Toomes, also known as Vulture, is a villain in Marvel Comics. Adrian Ivashkov is one of the characters in 'Vampire Academy'. Adrian Monk features as a protagonist in the television series 'Monk'. Adrian Veidt, alias Ozymandias is a character in the graphic novel 'Watchmen'. Contemporary notables bearing Adrian include Adrian Peterson, an American footballer, and Adrian Grenier, an American producer, actor, and director.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

man of Adria

Origin

Latin

Numerology

A is for accepting, your forgiving nature.

D is for discreet, you can keep a secret.

R is for reasonable, your understanding way.

I is for intense, your zest of living.

A is for abundant, your cheer knows no bounds.

N is for nice, need I say more?

Lucky

Adrian lucky number is 2.

Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.

Famous People Named Adrian

• Shona Bernadette McGarty English actress
• Shona Laing New Zealand singer
• Shona McIsaac British MP
• Shona Thorburn Canadian basketball player
• Shona French pop singer

Adrian in Pop Culture

• Miley Ray Stewart main character on TV's "Hannah Montana," played by Miley Cyrus
• "Miley" song by SWMRS
• Miley Windass character on British soap opera "Coronation Street"
• Navi Link's fairy in "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time"