Adria
Meaning of Adria
The name Adria is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, steeped in rich history and cultural significance. Originating from the Latin name "Adrianus," which means "from Hadria," it refers to an ancient town in northern Italy. This connection imbues the name with a sense of timeless elegance and classical charm. In Italian, Adria is pronounced as AH-dree-ah (/aˈdriːa/), while in English, it is typically pronounced as AY-dree-uh (/eɪˈdriə/). The name has several variations, including Adrianna and Adriana, offering flexibility for parents who appreciate its melodic qualities. Although not exceedingly common, Adria has maintained a consistent presence in the United States over the decades, reflecting its enduring appeal. With its historical roots and lyrical sound, Adria is a distinguished choice that carries both grace and strength.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as AH-dree-ah (/aˈdriːa/)
English
- Pronunced as AY-dree-uh (/eɪˈdriə/)
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Notable People Named Adria
| Adria Petty is an American director, editor, art director, and artist known for her music video work with Beyoncé and Regina Spektor, and is the daughter of the late rock musician Tom Petty. |
| Adria Arjona Torres is a Puerto Rican actress known for her roles in Emerald City, Good Omens, Andor, and various films. |
| Adria Vasil is a Canadian environmental journalist, managing editor at Corporate Knights, and author of the Ecoholic book series. |
| Adria Tennor is a multi-talented American actress, writer, and director, recognized for her roles in The Artist (2011) and TV shows like Greek, Mad Men, and Mad Dogs. |
| Adria Lawrence - Adria K. Lawrence is an American political scientist and the Aronson Associate Professor of International Studies and Political Science at Johns Hopkins University, known for her expertise on colonialism, nationalism, conflict, collective action, and Middle Eastern and North African politics. |
| Adrià Arjona Marín is a Spanish footballer known for his role as a winger at Recreativo de Huelva. |
| Adrià Guerrero Aguilar is a Spanish professional footballer currently playing as a left back for Swiss club FC Zürich. |
| Adrià Giner Pedrosa is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a left-back for La Liga club Sevilla. |
| Adrià Muñoz Fernández, also known as Adrià, is a Spanish footballer and goalkeeper for Inter Club d'Escaldes in Andorra. |
| Ádria Santos - Ádria Rocha Santos, a retired Paralympic sprinter from Brazil, overcame visual impairment to compete in six consecutive Paralympics and won medals at each event. |
