Drake

Meaning of Drake

The name Drake comes from an Old English word meaning 'dragon.' It can also refer to a male duck.

Drake has Old English roots — browse every Old English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Drake

Drake has cooled off, slipping to #827 in 2025, down from a peak of #196 in 2010.

Notable people named Drake

• Aubrey Drake Graham
  Rapper, singer, global superstar
• Sir Francis Drake
  Elizabethan explorer, naval hero
• Jared Drake Bell
  Actor, musician, TV star
• Drake Maye
  American football quarterback
• James Michael Curtin (Drake Maverick)
  Professional wrestler, WWE star

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Questions about the name Drake

What does the name Drake mean?

Drake means the name drake comes from an old english word meaning 'dragon.' it can also refer to a male duck, and it comes from Old English origins.

Is Drake a boy's or a girl's name?

Drake is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Drake?

In 2025, Drake ranked #827 for boys, down from #660 the year before.

When was Drake most popular?

Drake peaked at #196 in 2010.