Harry vs Drake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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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

Harry Rank #780
Drake Rank #662

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Drake more popular?

Drake is more popular, ranked #662 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Drake mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin).

Are Harry and Drake boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Drake is primarily a boy name.

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