Adriano
Adriano is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “From Hadria”.
| Meaning | From Hadria |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | ah-dree-AH-noh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Brazil, Portugal, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Adriano
Adriano is the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese form of the Latin Hadrianus, 'man from Hadria', a town in northern Italy that also gave the Adriatic Sea its name. The best-known bearer is the Roman emperor Hadrian, builder of Hadrian's Wall. Several popes took the name Adrian. In modern Italy it is a common traditional name, and the singer Adriano Celentano is a famous bearer.
Is Adriano a Christian name?
Adriano is a common Catholic name in Italy and Brazil, honouring several Saints Adrian and popes of that name.
How popular is Adriano?
Well used in Italy and Brazil; familiar in Spanish-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Adriano
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Spellings and variants of Adriano
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adriano mean?
Adriano means 'From Hadria'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Adriano a Christian name?
Adriano is a common Catholic name in Italy and Brazil, honouring several Saints Adrian and popes of that name.
How do you pronounce Adriano?
Adriano is pronounced ah-dree-AH-noh.
Is Adriano a boy or girl name?
Adriano is usually a boy name.