What does Drina mean and where does it come from?
Drina has Slavic roots and is derived from the name of the Drina River which runs through Bosnia and Serbia. It is a feminine name traditionally popular in these regions. The river itself holds historical significance, often associated with natural beauty and cultural heritage. This name has been ad
Cultural significance
Drina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Serbia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of serbian.
Peak popularity
Reached #3015 in 1946 — currently #13877 in the US.
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Drina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Drina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Drina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Drina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Drina Claire
French influence · crisp
Drina Jane
Literary · strong
Drina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Drina right now?
Falling — down 129 spots — currently #13877 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2020 | #13529 | 6 | ▼ down 129 |
| 2000 | #13400 | 6 | ▼ down 4030 |
| 1980 | #9370 | 6 | ▼ down 4770 · -50% births |
| 1970 | #4600 | 12 | ▲ up 2212 · +140% births |
| 1960 | #6812 | 5 | — |
The story of Drina
Drina entered American naming records in 1938 and has been in use for over 86 years. With 263 total births recorded, Drina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6812 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13529 in 2020.
Names that peaked alongside Drina in 1946:
Drina by decade
Drina peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1930s | 7 | |
| 1940s | 23 | |
| 1950s | 11 | |
| 1960s | 48 | |
| 1970s ★ | 57 | |
| 1980s | 36 | |
| 1990s | 18 | |
| 2000s | 26 | |
| 2010s | 31 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Drina has only 263 total recorded births since 1938 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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What names sound and feel like Drina?
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Common questions about the name Drina
What does the name Drina mean?
Drina means "Serbian" — a name rooted in Serbia 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 Drina?
Drina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Drina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Drina?
Drina originates from Serbia tradition. Serbia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Drina trending right now?
Drina is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Drina a common or rare name?
Drina is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.