Originating from France, the name Andrian is of Germanic derivation, meaning 'strong' and 'manly'. It was borne by a 4th-century saint, Adrian of Canterbury, who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe, with variations like Adrian, Adrien, and Adriano being widely used across different cultures.
The name Andrian experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peak years seeing up to three times more births than trough years.