Drake

Q: What is the origin of Drake?

Drake is of English origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Drake?

According to the latest SSA data, Drake is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Drake a girl name?

Drake is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dragon; Male Duck"

Drake is an English surname used as a given name, with meanings tied to dragon or duck.

Themes:surnameanimalstrong

Nature Natural Unique Rare Strong Powerful Bold

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Drake

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Drake did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Drake Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Drake.

8 ideas

drakey

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drakeie

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drakeo

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dray

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drak

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rake

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drie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Drake

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Drake mean?

Drake means "Dragon; Male Duck". Drake is an English surname used as a given name, with meanings tied to dragon or duck.

What is the origin of Drake?

Drake is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Drake?

According to the latest SSA data, Drake is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Drake a girl name?

Drake is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Drake?

Popular nicknames for Drake include drakey, drakeie, drakeo, dray, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Drake?

There are many names similar to Drake in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish

Syllables1

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withD

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alton Al Ashley Addison Anson

Sisters

Arlene Addie Ashlee Ashleigh Audra

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