Adriana
[ˈædriənə]Meaning
Latin, the feminine of Adrian — 'from Hadria', a town in northern Italy.
Background Story
The name Adriana is derived from the Latin name 'Hadrianus,' meaning 'from Hadria.' It is well known due to its use in various literary works and has been popularized in modern culture by characters in movies and television series, such as in the TV show 'The Sopranos,' where Adriana La Cerva is a prominent character.
Temperament
Variations
Adriane, Adrianae, Adrienne
Related Names
Arietta
A diminutive of aria, from Italian
Adeline
French and English form of Adelina, from a diminutive of Adela or Adèle.
Alessia
Italian feminine form of alexius
Alica
Slovak form of Alice.
Alissia
Allanna
A female given name, a latinized feminine form of Alan
Allegra
Means "cheerful, lively" in Italian
Amoroso
Italian nickname from amoroso, "amorous"
Angela
Feminine form of Angelus, from the Greek angelos, messenger
Annabella
Latinate form of Annabel, or a combination of Anna and Latin bella "beautiful".