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Corey vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Corey Rank #679
Drew Rank #543

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Drew more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Drew mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Corey and Drew boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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