Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Adrian.
National Rank (2025)
#74
All-Time Peak Rank
#56 (2008)
Total U.S. Births
272,265
Unisex Distribution94.5% Boy / 5.5% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Adrian Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Adrian
According to SSA data, Adrian achieved its highest historical rank of #56 in 2008. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2008 with 7,938 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 31.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Adrian scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-31.7% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record7,938Births in 2008
Years in Top 100
39yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:148
1890s:196
1900s:312
1910s:1,901
1920s:2,741
1930s:2,176
1940s:2,639
1950s:4,057
1960s:7,672
1970s:18,912
1980s:28,140
1990s:41,982
2000s:66,122
2010s:65,986
2020s:29,281
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesAd-ri-an
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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