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Drake
Originating in Britain, Drake means “dragon”—could a little boy ask for a cooler name? Probably not, and its association with rapper Drake (real name: Aubrey Drake Graham) doesn’t hurt either. This easy-to-pronounce, straightforward baby name has been around forever: In the seventh century, it was a nickname for someone who was tough and fearsome. As a surname, it gained cred from Francis Drake, a daring English explorer in the 16th century. With a name rooted in adventure, baby Drake will be ready to take the world by storm.
British
Male
Name Story
Traits
- Brave
- Powerful
- Mysterious
- Ambitious
Compatibility
Drake pairs well with siblings names that have a strong and bold feel, such as Hunter or Raven. As a middle name, Drake adds a touch of strength and uniqueness to more traditional first names. This name is popular in pop culture and can be paired with modern and edgy styles for a contemporary feel.
Brave
Powerful
Mysterious
Ambitious
Spotlight
Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Drake Bell
Musician and Actor
Born: June 27, 1986 · Santa Ana, California, USA
Drake
Musician
Born: October 24, 1986 · Toronto, Canada
Similar Names
Betty
Oath of God
Sloane
Raider, warrior
Morgan
Circling sea, white sea dweller
Gus
Majestic, of August, exalted
Violet
Purple
Imani
Belief, faith
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Drake Original form
- Дрейк Russian
- 德雷克 Chinese (Mandarin)
- დრეიკი Georgian
- ड्रेक Hindi
- دريك Arabic
- 드레이크 Korean
- דרייק Hebrew
Frequently Asked Questions about Drake
- What does Drake mean?
- Dragon
- What is the origin of Drake?
- Drake has British origins.
- Is Drake popular?
- Drake has been viewed 82 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Drake?
- Similar names include Betty, Sloane, Morgan, Gus, Violet.
- How do you pronounce Drake?
- Drake is pronounced drayk.
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