Draco

The name Draco derives from the Ancient Greek Drákōn (Δρᾰ́κων) and is regarded as the Latinized variant. Translated, this name means 'the dragon' or 'the serpent.' The origin of the name Drakon dates back to ancient Greek times.

What does the name Draco mean?

Draco is the Latinized form of the Ancient Greek term Drákōn (Δρᾰ́κων), which translates to 'the dragon' or 'the serpent.' The name Drakon is already known from Ancient Greek times. A notable bearer of the name was the Athenian legislator Drakon, who lived around 650 BC and became famous for his strict laws. Additionally, the constellation of the dragon in the Northern Hemisphere is named Draco.

Where does the name Draco come from?

The first name Draco has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the dragon' or 'the serpent.' The word structure derives from the Ancient Greek drákōn (δρᾰ́κων). Thus, the name has Latinized origins.

How do you pronounce Draco?

The pronunciation of the name Draco occurs in two syllables and is clearly structured. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'Dra-co' [ˈdʁaːko]. The name begins with a long, open vowel, giving it a certain breadth and presence. The ending '-co' provides a harmonious, rounded sound. Overall, the name Draco conveys a powerful and confident auditory effect.

Popularity

In Germany, Draco is a relatively common first name. In 2023, it ranked 3,780th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was in 2019 at 2,725th. Over the last ten years, Draco has been chosen as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,784th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,629th.

Nicknames & pet names

Drac / Drachi / Draci / Dracy / Drake / Dray / Dro / Ray

Famous people

• Draco (character) (character from the film 'Dragonheart')
• Draco Malfoy (fictional character by J.K. Rowling)