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Dries

Pronunciation: [ dr-EYEZ ]

Boy Name #18,644 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Dries is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced dr-EYEZ.

Parents who love the name Dries often also consider Bodhe, Alioth, Ice .

Popularity Over Time

#18,644
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#18,644
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Dri Dry Driie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dries

Is Dries a boy or girl name?
Dries is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dries?
Dries is pronounced dr-EYEZ.
How popular is the name Dries?
Dries is currently ranked #18644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dries?
Common nicknames for Dries include Dri, Dry, and Driie.
Is Dries a common or rare name?
Dries is an uncommon name, ranked #18644 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Dries

Dries is a boy name .

Dries is currently ranked #18,644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Dries include Dri, Dry, and Driie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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