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Origin: Italian

Meaning: Of Hadria; Of the Adriatic

If you're looking for a name with a splash of history and a dash of the sea, consider calling your child Aad. This delightful Dutch version of Adrianus or Adriaan, with roots in Latin and Italian, brings to mind the shimmering Adriatic Sea. Aad carries the legacy of the great Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was famed for his impressive wall marking the northern edge of Roman Britain. Aad, derived from the Latin Hadrianus, means "Of Hadria" or "of the Adriatic," nodding to the picturesque sea east of the Italian peninsula. Expect your tiny tot to male waves wherever they venture with this classic name full of charm and life.