Drake vs Rex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#662
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Drake Rank #662
Rex Rank #793

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 vs #793 for Rex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drake or Rex more popular?

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 compared to Rex at #793 in the United States.

What do Drake and Rex mean?

Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin). Rex means "king" (Latin origin).

Are Drake and Rex boy or girl names?

Drake is primarily a boy name. Rex is primarily a boy name.

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