Adrian vs Ian
Comparing Adrian and Ian? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Adrian ranks in the Top 1000 tier and traces to Latin naming roots (meaning "From Hadria, dark one"). Ian sits in the Top 1000 tier with Scottish origins (meaning "God is gracious").
Adrian
- Meaning: From Hadria, dark one
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Adrian name page
Ian
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Scottish
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Ian name page
Which name is more popular: Adrian or Ian?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Adrian ranks higher (Top 1000) than Ian (Top 1000).