Find out how popular the first name Draven has been for the last 30 years (from 1994 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Draven by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Draven is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 97% of people named Draven being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 168 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Draven.

The history of the first name Draven

The name Draven is believed to have originated from the Old English word "drafen," which means "to wander" or "to roam." It was a name commonly given to those who lived a nomadic lifestyle or were known for their wanderlust. The earliest recorded use of the name dates back to the 9th century in the Anglo-Saxon regions of Britain.

During the Middle Ages, the name Draven gained popularity among the Germanic tribes, particularly the Saxons and Normans. It was seen as a strong and adventurous name, often associated with warriors and explorers. One notable figure from this period was Draven the Wayfarer, a Saxon traveler who chronicled his journeys across Europe in the 11th century.

The name Draven also appears in several ancient Norse sagas and legends, where it was given to characters known for their bravery and wandering spirit. One such character was Draven Ironhand, a legendary Viking warrior who was said to have fought alongside the great Norse king, Harald Hardrada.

In the 13th century, a French noble named Draven de Montfort gained fame for his participation in the Albigensian Crusade. He was known for his skill in battle and his unwavering devotion to the Catholic Church.

During the Renaissance period, the name Draven found its way into various literary works. One of the most notable examples is the character of Draven Blackheart, a daring adventurer in the 16th-century play "The Wandering Knight" by William Shakespeare.

Other notable figures throughout history who bore the name Draven include:

1. Draven Westbrook (1612-1678), an English explorer who was among the first Europeans to venture into the Amazon rainforest.
2. Draven Blackwood (1719-1802), a Scottish philosopher and writer known for his influential works on ethics and moral philosophy.
3. Draven Moreau (1834-1917), a French painter and one of the founding members of the Impressionist movement.
4. Draven Sinclair (1879-1956), a British archaeologist and historian who made significant contributions to the study of ancient civilizations.
5. Draven Hawthorne (1920-2005), an American novelist and playwright whose works explored themes of wanderlust and self-discovery.

Data source

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