Draga
“dear, beloved”
Slavic origin · Girl name
#1681US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Draga mean and where does it come from?
Draga is derived from the Slavic root 'drag', meaning 'dear' or 'precious'.
Cultural significance
The name is commonly used in Slavic countries, often as a term of endearment or affection.
Peak popularity
Reached #1681 in 2015 — currently #1681 in the US.
How else can you spell Draga?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Draga?
Draga works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Draga Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Draga Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Draga Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Draga Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Draga Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Draga Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Draga right now?
Holding steady — currently #1681 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Draga is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Draga?
CROATIAN
Dragica
SERBIAN
Dragica
SLOVENE
Dragica
BULGARIAN
DraganDragoDragomir
Famous people named Draga
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Draga Mašin
Queen of Serbia from 1900 until her assassination in 1903.
What names sound and feel like Draga?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Draga also consider these
How is Draga written in other languages?
Драга
Serbian
What are the boy versions of Draga?
Dragan BULGARIANDrago BULGARIANDragomir BULGARIANDragan CROATIANDrago CROATIANDragomir CROATIANDragoslav CROATIANDragutin CROATIANDraško CROATIANDražen CROATIANDrahomír CZECHDrahoslav CZECHDragan MACEDONIANDragan MEDIEVAL SLAVICDrago MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragomir MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragoslav MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragutin MEDIEVAL SLAVICDrazhan MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragomir ROMANIANDragos ROMANIANDragoș ROMANIANDragan SERBIANDrago SERBIANDragomir SERBIANDragoslav SERBIANDragutin SERBIANDraško SERBIANDražen SERBIANDrahomír SLOVAKDrahoslav SLOVAKDragan SLOVENEDrago SLOVENEDragomir SLOVENEDragoslav SLOVENEDragutin SLOVENE
Common questions about the name Draga
What does the name Draga mean?
Draga means "dear, beloved" — a name rooted in Slavic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Draga?
Draga is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Draga?
Draga originates from Slavic tradition. Slavic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Draga a common or rare name?
Draga is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Draga more of a girl or boy name?
Draga is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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