Boy · #4,986 in 2026

Predrag

Predrag is a Slavic masculine given name, predominantly borne by ethnic Slavs, derived from pre- and -drag, both common in Slavic dithematic names. It roughly means "very beloved". The usual nickname is Peđa (Pedja).

  • Serbian
  • Croatian
Current Rank
#4,986
Peak Rank
#4,986 (1972)
Total Babies
5
5-Yr Trend
Stable
1972
First Year
1972
Last Year
1972
Peak Year
#4986
Peak Rank
5
Total Count
1
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Predrag

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

Predrag is a Slavic masculine given name, predominantly borne by ethnic Slavs, derived from pre- and -drag, both common in Slavic dithematic names. It roughly means "very beloved". The usual nickname is Peđa (Pedja).

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Cultural Origins (via Behind the Name)

  • Serbian
  • Croatian

The Story of Predrag

The earliest SSA record of Predrag as a baby boy name dates back to 1972, when 5 babies received it. 1972 was its biggest year on record, with 5 newborns named Predrag — #4,986 in the national rankings. Predrag last appeared in the published SSA data in 1972, with 5 recorded births — it has not charted nationally since. All told, over 5 Americans have carried the name since 1880, from the 1970s to the 2020s.

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Variants & Related Forms of Predrag

Foreign forms, alternate spellings, and nicknames that share roots with Predrag. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

  • Peđa
  • Pedja

Names that sound like Predrag

Phonetically similar names — useful when Predrag is the vibe but a different syllable count or letter feel might suit better. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

  • Prudery
  • Prorogue
  • Prodigue
  • Broderick
  • Brodrick
  • Prouder
  • Protract
  • Preterite
  • Priori
  • Praetor
  • Piedra
  • Preterit

Source: Datamuse . Phonetic similarity ranking, not curated.

Frequently Asked Questions about Predrag

What does the name Predrag mean?
Predrag is a Slavic masculine given name, predominantly borne by ethnic Slavs, derived from pre- and -drag, both common in Slavic dithematic names. It roughly means "very beloved". The usual nickname is Peđa (Pedja).
What is the origin of the name Predrag?
Predrag has roots in the following cultural and linguistic traditions: Serbian, Croatian.
How popular is Predrag in 2026?
In 2026, Predrag ranks #4,986 among boys' names in the U.S., with 5 babies given the name that year.
When was Predrag most popular?
Predrag reached its peak popularity in 1972, ranking #4,986 that year with 5 babies given the name.
Is Predrag a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Predrag is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Predrag?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Predrag include Bayete, Bwana, Chass. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.
What are nicknames or variants of Predrag?
Common variants and related forms of Predrag include Peđa, Pedja. These cover foreign-language equivalents, alternate spellings, and short forms.

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About the name Predrag

Predrag is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 1972 and has accumulated 5 births in the dataset. Predrag's peak popularity came in 1972 when it ranked #4,986. Use the chart and map above to compare Predrag's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.