Drina
DREE-nah
Drina is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A short form of Adriana or a name derived from the Drina River in the Balkans. Adriana is of Latin origin, meaning 'from Hadria'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1946.
What Drina Means
“A short form of Adriana or a name derived from the Drina River in the Balkans. Adriana is of Latin origin, meaning 'from Hadria'.”
The Story of Drina
A name whispered on the winds of history, carrying echoes of ancient lands.
Drina shares its roots with the significant Drina River of the Balkans, a geographical namesake that lends it a rugged, enduring quality. It can also be a graceful shortening of names like Adriana, which means 'from Hadria'.
For your daughter, Drina suggests a spirit of independence and passionate creativity. You imagine her as someone who faces the world with both fiery conviction and a unique artistic flair.
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The Idealist
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1946
Total Births
263
First Recorded
1938
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