Drina Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Drina

"A river that flows northward 160 miles along the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia to empty into the Sava River."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1970 👥 263 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A river that flows northward 160 miles along the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia to empty into the Sava River.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
263
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Drina Mean?

The Drina is a 346 km (215 mi) long river in the Balkans, which forms a large portion of the border between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. It is the longest tributary of the Sava River and the longest karst river in the Dinaric Alps which belongs to the Danube River drainage basin.

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The Drina is a 346 km (215 mi) long river in the Balkans, which forms a large portion of the border between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. It is the longest tributary of the Sava River and the longest karst river in the Dinaric Alps which belongs to the Danube River drainage basin.

Root Element
Drina
Core Meaning
"A river that flows northward 160 miles along the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia to empty into the Sava River."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Drina

D 4
R 9
I 9
N 5
A 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Drina in Numbers

263 US bearers
1970 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Drina" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A river that flows northward 160 miles along the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia to empty into the Sava River.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~263 people named Drina in the US. Peaked in 1970 with 12 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Drina?

The Life Path number for Drina is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 9.

Is Drina a boy or girl name?

Drina is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Drina in the US?

Approximately 263 people in the United States are named Drina. The name peaked in 1970 with 12 recorded uses.

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