Draco
Draco: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɹeɪkəʊ/ · /ˈdɹeɪkoʊ/
Meaning and origin of Draco
- A male given name from Ancient Greek or Latin.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Dracō, itself a borrowing from Ancient Greek Δρᾰ́κων (Drắkōn). Doublet of Dracon, dracone, dragon, and dragoon.
How popular is Draco?
Since 1880, 1,424 boys in the U.S. have been named Draco. Its highest rank for boys was #1208 in 2021. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Draco
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Draco FAQ
What does the name Draco mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek or Latin. Borrowed from Latin Dracō, itself a borrowing from Ancient Greek Δρᾰ́κων (Drắkōn). Doublet of Dracon, dracone, dragon, and dragoon.
What is the origin of the name Draco?
Draco is listed as a name of Ancient Greek or Latin origin.
How popular is the name Draco?
Since 1880, 1,424 boys in the U.S. have been named Draco. Its highest rank for boys was #1208 in 2021. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Draco a boy or girl name?
Draco is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,424 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.