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Andre vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andre

Boy #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
961
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Andre Rank #351
Drew Rank #543

Andre is more popular, ranked #351 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andre or Drew more popular?

Andre is more popular, ranked #351 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Andre and Drew mean?

Andre means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Andre and Drew boy or girl names?

Andre is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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