Dragana
Dragana is a girl name of Slavic origin, meaning “Dear, precious”.
| Meaning | Dear, precious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Slavic |
| Written as | Драгана |
| Pronunciation | DRAH-gah-nah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Bosnia And Herzegovina |
Meaning and origin of Dragana
Dragana is the feminine form of Dragan, from the Slavic drag, dear or precious. It is one of the most familiar women's names in Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Bosnia, and was especially popular from the 1960s to the 1980s. Like Dragan, it has nothing to do with the English word dragon. Short forms include Draga and Gaga.
Is Dragana a religious name?
Dragana is a secular Slavic name used especially in Orthodox Serbian and Macedonian families.
How popular is Dragana?
Very common among women born in the late twentieth century in the Balkans.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dragana mean?
Dragana means 'Dear, precious'. It is of Slavic origin.
Does Dragana have a religious meaning?
Dragana is a secular Slavic name used especially in Orthodox Serbian and Macedonian families.
How do you pronounce Dragana?
Dragana is pronounced DRAH-gah-nah.
Is Dragana a boy or girl name?
Dragana is usually a girl name.