What Does Draco Mean?

Draco is the Latin word for serpent or dragon.

Why is it called a Draco?

The name is derived from the Latin term draconem, meaning "huge serpent," and the constellation literally snakes its way through the northern sky.

Is Draco a real name?

The name Draco is primarily a male name of Italian origin that means Dragon. In Ancient Greece, Draco was the first recorded legislator, which gave us the term "draconian," meaning excessively harsh or severe. Draco Lucius Malfoy is a character in J. K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" book and film series.