Dresden
Origin:German
Meaning:People from the riverside forest
Prepare to add a new destination to you and baby’s travel bucket list, Dresden, a German city, and your little one’s very unique name. Unsurprisingly, the gender neutral name Dresden has German origins, with many sources tracing its history all the way back to the 13th century. Dresden is believed to derive from the word Drežďany, an Old Sorbian term used to describe “people from the riverside forest,” or the settlement where Dresden city began. Whether your Dresden enjoys exploring the rivers and woods in their own community or catching flights to faraway destinations, an extraordinary journey awaits.
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Dresden Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2017
Gender:
Girl
#15331
in 2017
+ 2087
from 2015
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