Dragica
“little dragon”
Slavic origin · Girl name
#1688US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Dragica mean and where does it come from?
Dragica is a diminutive form of the Slavic name Drago, which means 'dragon' or 'precious'.
Cultural significance
The name Dragica is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly in Croatia and Serbia, often associated with folklore and mythology.
Peak popularity
Reached #1688 in 2015 — currently #1688 in the US.
How else can you spell Dragica?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Dragica?
Dragica works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Dragica Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragica Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragica Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Dragica Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Dragica Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Dragica Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Dragica right now?
Holding steady — currently #1688 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Dragica 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 Dragica?
Common
DraDragDragieDragyIca
Famous people named Dragica
DV
Dragica Vuković
A Serbian politician and member of the National Assembly of Serbia.
DK
Dragica Kovačević
A Croatian artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
What names sound and feel like Dragica?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dragica also consider these
How is Dragica written in other languages?
Драгица
Serbian
What are the boy versions of Dragica?
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 Dragica
What does the name Dragica mean?
Dragica means "little dragon" — 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 Dragica?
Dragica 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 Dragica?
Dragica 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 Dragica?
Dragica 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 Dragica more of a girl or boy name?
Dragica is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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