Drea

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Drea Pronunciation

Drea is pronounced DRAY-ah /ˈdreɪ.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Short form of Andrea — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong'Medium

In 30 seconds: Short and striking: Drea trims Andrea — 'brave, strong' — to a sleek two beats. Cool, modern, and bold (actress Drea de Matteo).

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningShort form of Andrea — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong'

U.S. rank (2024)#4391 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 843

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Drea is a short form of Andrea — from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave, strong'. A sleek, modern nickname-name, it keeps the strength of its root in two beats.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, brave at the root, and cool.

Did you know? Drea shortens Andrea, from Greek andreios, 'manly, brave' — actress Drea de Matteo made the crisp nickname-name familiar; cool and modern.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Andrea — root etymology

Variations

AndreaDreya

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Drea?

Drea is pronounced DRAY-ah (/ˈdreɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Drea said aloud.

How do you say Drea?

Drea is said DRAY-ah (/ˈdreɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Drea said aloud.

What does the name Drea mean?

Drea shortens Andrea, from Greek 'manly, brave, strong'.

Is Drea a boy or girl name?

Drea is a girl's name.

How popular is Drea?

Drea is a rare name in the U.S.