Drake Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdrayk / /dreɪk/English; Irish
Meaning
English: dragon; Irish: descendant of the druid
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Drake has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the Old English word 'draca,' meaning dragon. In Irish, it is associated with the surname O'Driscoll, which means 'descendant of Driscoll.' The name has been used historically in various contexts, including literature and popular culture.
Trend Summary
The name Drake has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Drayke
International Variants
- Draco (Latin); Drago (Italian)
Famous people named Drake
Drake (Aubrey Drake Graham) is a Canadian rapper and singer known for his influential music career.
Drake Bell is an American actor and musician recognized for his role in the television series 'Drake & Josh.'.
Drake Hogestyn is an American actor famous for his long-running role on the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives.'.
Drake Parker is a fictional character from the television series 'Drake & Josh,' portrayed by Drake Bell.
Fictional characters named Drake
Drake Mallard is the main character in the animated series 'Darkwing Duck,' known as a superhero.
Drake Ramoray is a character from the television show 'Days of Our Lives,' portrayed by Matt LeBlanc.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Drake was first seen in the United States in 1918. Drake has ranked as high as #353 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Drake has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Drake (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 30 | |
| LA | 26 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| CA | 21 | |
| MI | 20 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| OK | 18 | |
| AL | 17 | |
| IL | 16 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| AR | 13 | |
| TN | 13 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| KY | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 28 |
| 1947 | 31 |
| 1948 | 41 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 38 |
| 1951 | 35 |
| 1952 | 41 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1954 | 35 |
| 1955 | 38 |
| 1956 | 43 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 50 |
| 1959 | 48 |
| 1960 | 54 |
| 1961 | 77 |
| 1962 | 65 |
| 1963 | 49 |
| 1964 | 61 |
| 1965 | 70 |
| 1966 | 54 |
| 1967 | 49 |
| 1968 | 54 |
| 1969 | 54 |
| 1970 | 60 |
| 1971 | 41 |
| 1972 | 43 |
| 1973 | 38 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 42 |
| 1980 | 47 |
| 1981 | 66 |
| 1982 | 54 |
| 1983 | 82 |
| 1984 | 66 |
| 1985 | 103 |
| 1986 | 122 |
| 1987 | 138 |
| 1988 | 228 |
| 1989 | 272 |
| 1990 | 341 |
| 1991 | 424 |
| 1992 | 526 |
| 1993 | 682 |
| 1994 | 725 |
| 1995 | 795 |
| 1996 | 867 |
| 1997 | 974 |
| 1998 | 1,057 |
| 1999 | 1,049 |
| 2000 | 1,270 |
| 2001 | 1,245 |
| 2002 | 1,169 |
| 2003 | 1,130 |
| 2004 | 1,268 |
| 2005 | 1,338 |
| 2006 | 1,410 |
| 2007 | 1,524 |
| 2008 | 1,590 |
| 2009 | 1,587 |
| 2010 | 1,877 |
| 2011 | 1,607 |
| 2012 | 1,547 |
| 2013 | 1,217 |
| 2014 | 943 |
| 2015 | 782 |
| 2016 | 696 |
| 2017 | 649 |
| 2018 | 686 |
| 2019 | 488 |
| 2020 | 527 |
| 2021 | 496 |
| 2022 | 442 |
| 2023 | 397 |
| 2024 | 414 |