Adriaan is a name of Dutch origin, derived from the Latin word 'Hadrianus', which means "from the city of Hadria". This name was popular among the early Christian martyrs and saints, and has been used in the Netherlands since medieval times. It is pronounced as /əˈdri.jɑn/ in Dutch. In English-speaking countries, it may be anglicized to Adrian. Adriaan is not particularly common today, but it remains a traditional name with a rich history in the Netherlands and among Dutch expatriate communities around the world.
The name Adriaan experienced a rise in popularity around the turn of the century, with a notable peak between 2010 and 2013, followed by a slight decrease thereafter.