Adrienne
Adrienne is the French feminine form of Adrian, derived from the Latin name Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria' (an ancient city in northern Italy). The name carries a sophisticated European flair with roots in Roman history.
Current Popularity
#1455 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Pronunciation is straightforward: AY-dree-en
- •The double 'n' spelling is the traditional French feminine form
- •Less common than Adriana but equally elegant
- •Works well in both English and French-speaking contexts
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Famous People
Adrienne Rich
Poet and feminist essayist
Adrienne Bailon
Singer and television personality
Adrienne Barbeau
Actress
Adrienne Clarkson
Former Governor General of Canada
Statistics
68,234
Total births since 1880
1983
Peak year
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