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Andrew vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andrew

Boy #68 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Scottish American Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#68
Total SSA Count
4,772
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

Andrew Rank #68
Drew Rank #543

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or Drew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Andrew and Drew mean?

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

Are Andrew and Drew boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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