Adrius

Adrius is a masculine given name used in several languages. It is generally considered a modern or variant form of the classical name Adrianus, which itself derives from Hadrianus, meaning "of Hadrian" or "from Hadria," the Latin name for the town of Adria and for the Adriatic region.

Usage and distribution: In contemporary usage, Adrius is relatively uncommon and is most often encountered in fiction or as a creative personal name. It may appear in families or communities that favor classical or Latin-sounding names, or as a stylized form chosen for artistic or cultural reasons.

Variants and related names: Related names include Adrian, Adriano, Adrien, Adria, and Hadrian. The form Adrius may be chosen to emphasize a truncated or modernized aesthetic.

Notable people and places: There are no widely recognized public figures or geographic locations with the exact name Adrius in mainstream reference works; the name is primarily seen as a given name rather than a surname or toponym.

Cultural usage: In literature, film, and video games, Adrius is occasionally used for fictional characters, typically to convey a classical or European-derived identity. Its relative rarity can give it a distinctive character in naming.