Dragana
“dear, precious”
Slavic origin · Girl name
#1682US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Dragana mean and where does it come from?
Dragana is derived from the Slavic root 'drag', meaning 'dear' or 'precious'.
Cultural significance
The name is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly in Serbia and Montenegro, often associated with femininity and affection.
Peak popularity
Reached #1682 in 2015 — currently #1682 in the US.
How else can you spell Dragana?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Dragana?
Dragana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Dragana Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragana Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragana Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Dragana Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragana Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Dragana Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Dragana right now?
Holding steady — currently #1682 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Dragana 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 Dragana?
CROATIAN
Dragica
SERBIAN
Dragica
SLOVENE
Dragica
BULGARIAN
DraganDrago
Famous people named Dragana
DM
Dragana Mirković
A popular Serbian folk singer known for her extensive music career.
DK
Dragana Kosjerina
A Serbian television presenter and journalist.
What names sound and feel like Dragana?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dragana also consider these
How is Dragana written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Dragana?
Dragan BULGARIANDrago BULGARIANDragan CROATIANDrago CROATIANDragutin CROATIANDraško CROATIANDražen CROATIANDragan MACEDONIANDragan MEDIEVAL SLAVICDrago MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragutin MEDIEVAL SLAVICDrazhan MEDIEVAL SLAVICDragan SERBIANDrago SERBIANDragutin SERBIANDraško SERBIANDražen SERBIANDragan SLOVENEDrago SLOVENEDragutin SLOVENE
Common questions about the name Dragana
What does the name Dragana mean?
Dragana means "dear, precious" — 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 Dragana?
Dragana 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 Dragana?
Dragana 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.
What sibling names go well with Dragana?
Dragana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar International heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Dragana more of a girl or boy name?
Dragana is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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