About Aaryan
Go back to names listAaryan has a long history and refers to a group of people from the ancient Italian city of Hadria (now called Adria in the Veneto region of Northern Italy). However, be careful not to get it confused with the word ‘aryan’!
Detailed Meaning
This male name was mainly used as a pet name for men called Adrian, however is has now become a forename in its own right. The name comes from the Latin name Hadrianus, hence the meaning “from Hadria.” This name has belonged to six Popes and also several early Christian saints and martyrs.
Famous People With This Name
Kartik Aaryan is an Indian actor who appears in Bollywood films. He made his debut in 2011 and has been considered a young talen ever since.
Possible Nicknames
A possible nickname for Aaryan could be “Ryan,” although that is also an established boy name already.
Related Names
Obvious related names include Aaron and Aharon. All three names share the same meaning of “strong mountain.”
Stories Featuring This Name
“Aryan” is the name of a 1988 Malayalam crime drama film which follows a Mafia don falsel accused of robbery.
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