Alexis vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Drew

Boy #543 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"manly, strong, courageous"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#543
Total SSA Count
550
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Drew Rank #543

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Drew more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Drew mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Drew boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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