Find out how popular the first name Adriaan has been for the last 44 years (from 1977 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Adriaan by gender

Based on the last 44 years of data, Adriaan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Adriaan.

The history of the first name Adriaan

The name Adriaan is a Dutch variant of the Latin name Hadrianus, which was derived from the Roman family name Hadrius. This family name is thought to have originated from the Latin word "haedus," meaning "kid" or "young goat." The name Hadrianus can be traced back to the 1st century AD, when it was borne by several Roman emperors, including Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD.

The name Adriaan first emerged in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages, becoming a popular choice among Dutch families. Its popularity likely stemmed from the fame and influence of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, whose reign was marked by significant cultural and architectural achievements, including the construction of Hadrian's Wall in Britain.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Adriaan can be found in the 14th century, when Adriaan Willemsz, a Dutch painter and architect, was active in the city of Leiden. Another notable figure was Adriaan Florenszoon Boeyens (1459-1523), also known as Adrianus Florentii, a Dutch scholar and theologian who served as the tutor to the future Holy Roman Emperor Charles V.

During the Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century, the name Adriaan gained further prominence. One of the most famous bearers was Adriaan van Ostade (1610-1685), a renowned Dutch painter known for his genre scenes depicting peasant life. Another noteworthy figure was Adriaan Pauw (1585-1653), a Dutch statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Pensionary of Holland from 1631 to 1636.

In the field of science, Adriaan van Roijen (1704-1779) was a Dutch mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics and the calculation of cometary orbits. Adriaan Kluit (1735-1807) was a Dutch historian and linguist who pioneered the study of medieval Dutch literature and language.

More recently, Adriaan Bloemaert (1877-1924) was a Dutch architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the development of Amsterdam's iconic cityscape in the early 20th century. Adriaan van der Veen (1916-2005) was a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II and later became a prominent journalist and author.

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