Adria
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Adria
Adria is a feminine name with multiple origins. It derives primarily from the Adriatic Sea, which was named after the ancient city of Adria in northern Italy. The name has Latin roots, connecting to 'Hadriaticus,' meaning 'dark' or 'from Hadria.' Adria is used across several European cultures, including Spanish, Catalan, Italian, and Slavic languages. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, it maintains consistent usage as an elegant alternative to more popular names like Adriana or Adrienne. The name has a graceful, Mediterranean quality and carries associations with the sea. Adria peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains a relatively uncommon choice with timeless appeal.
Adria for boys
Adria as a masculine name derives from the Latin 'Hadrianus,' meaning 'from Hadria,' an ancient city that gave its name to the Adriatic Sea. While more commonly used as a feminine name in many cultures, Adria has historical usage as a male name particularly in Mediterranean regions and Catalonia. The masculine usage connects to the famous Roman Emperor Hadrian, known for building Hadrian's Wall in Britain. As a boy's name, Adria has a soft yet distinctive quality, with its vowel-rich pronunciation creating a melodic sound. Though relatively uncommon for boys internationally, it maintains steady usage in parts of Spain and among families with Mediterranean heritage. The name carries associations with the sea, suggesting depth and a free-spirited nature.
Pronounced AY-dree-uh.
As of October 2026, Adria ranked #3029 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #879 in 1975.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,843 | 60 | 33.6 |
| 2015 | #2,473 | 73 | 40.9 |
| 2016 | #2,828 | 60 | 33.9 |
| 2017 | #2,547 | 69 | 40 |
| 2018 | #2,477 | 71 | 41.7 |
| 2019 | #2,964 | 55 | 32.8 |
| 2020 | #2,549 | 67 | 41.4 |
| 2021 | #2,749 | 62 | 37.8 |
| 2022 | #2,488 | 72 | 43.9 |
| 2023 | #2,645 | 66 | 41.1 |
| 2024 | #3,041 | 53 | 32.7 |
| 2025 | #3,029 | 54 | 33.6 |
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