Hadrian

Latin

"dark-haired"

Hadrian Origin and Meaning

The name Hadrian is a boy's name of Latin origin meaning "dark-haired".

Most parents would find this old Roman name pretentious compared to the more accessible Adrian, but some history buffs just might want to commemorate the enlightened emperor.

Hadrian Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 783 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Hadrian

• 783 Nameberry 2025

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The name Hadrian in Pop Culture

• Hadrian's Wall British Historical Monument
• Hadrian Blackwater character in Michael Sullivan's Riyria Revelations books
• Hadrian character in the game "Minecraft Story Mode"