Brantley vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Brantley Rank #481
Drew Rank #543

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brantley or Drew more popular?

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Brantley and Drew mean?

Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Brantley and Drew boy or girl names?

Brantley is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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