Rising since 2007, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Drago since 1973
Babies named Drago per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 48 |
Meaning & origin
Drago is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1973 and remaining uncommon. According to data from 2025, it ranked 9,714th, with only 1 in 244,011 newborns receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2007, and 2024 was its peak year so far. The name has not appeared in any top state lists, indicating its use is scattered. Drago's origins are dual: it can be a Slavic short form for names meaning 'dear' or 'precious,' or coincide with the Italian/Spanish word for 'dragon.' Parents drawn to short, strong-sounding names with a European flair may find Drago distinctive without being unfamiliar.
Drago appears in several European naming traditions. In Slavic languages, it is often a short form of names beginning with Drag- (meaning 'dear, precious'), such as Dragomir or Dragutin. In Italian and Spanish, it coincides with the word for 'dragon' (from Latin draco), but it is uncertain whether this influenced its use as a given name. The name gained some popularity in English-speaking countries in the 1970s, possibly inspired by characters in popular culture, though its use remains rare. It peaked in rank in 2024.
Sibling names for Drago
Names that share Drago's style, for a brother or sister.
