Drake
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- Name
- Drake
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
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Drake is an English first name for men. The direct translation is 'the dragon' or in English also 'the male duck'.
What does the name Drake mean?
Drake is an English male first name, which translates directly as 'the dragon' or also as 'the male duck'. The roots of the name go back to the ancient Greek word drákōn (δρᾰ́κων), which means 'dragon', 'snake', 'sea monster', or 'serpent'. A related form is Draco.
Where does the name Drake come from?
The name Drake has its origins in ancient Greek and stands for 'the dragon'. The etymology is based on the ancient Greek term drákōn (δρᾰ́κων), which encompasses the meanings dragon, snake, sea monster, and serpent. It is used in English.
How do you pronounce Drake?
The pronunciation of Drake is monosyllabic and concise. In English, it is pronounced as 'Drake' [dreɪk] and begins with the striking consonant cluster 'Dr-', which immediately grabs attention. The diphthong gives the name a certain breadth and liveliness. The hard 'k' at the end provides a sudden and clear closure. Drake exudes modernity and assertiveness – it appears edgy, self-assured, and has a dynamic presence.
Popularity
Drake is a rather rare first name in Germany. The name currently ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2009, when it reached 1,979th place. In the last ten years, Drake has been given about 30 times, placing it 4,208th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 4,769th place.
Nicknames & pet names
Drakester / Drakie / Dray
Famous people
- Benjamin Drake Wright (American physicist)
- Drake and Josh (TV show)
- Drake Aubrey Graham (rapper)
- Drake Bell (singer, guitarist, and actor)
- Drake Berehowsky (Canadian ice hockey player)
- Drake Britton (American baseball player)
- Drake Diener (American basketball player)
- Drake Doremus (American film director)
- Drake Dunsmore (American football player)
- Drake Hogestyn (American actor)
- Drake Jensen (Canadian singer)
- Drake Kemper (actor from the USA)
- Drake Olson (American race car driver)
- Drake Tungsten (musician from America)
- Drake U'u (American basketball player)
- Francis Tyrwhitt Drake Wilson (British cricketer)
- Jared Drake Bell (American singer)
- W. Drake McFeely (publisher from America)
- William Drake Westervelt (American writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Drake
What does the name Drake mean?
The name Drake means 'the dragon' or 'the male duck' and is derived from the ancient Greek word drákōn, which encompasses various meanings such as dragon, snake, and sea monster.
Where does the name Drake come from?
Drake has its roots in ancient Greek and is common in English. The origin of the name goes back to the term drákōn.
How popular is the name Drake?
Drake is gaining popularity in various countries, especially in the USA, where it has become popular due to well-known personalities and cultural influences.