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Dennis vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#708
Total SSA Count
376
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

Dennis Rank #708
Drew Rank #543

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #708 for Dennis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Drew more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Drew mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Dennis and Drew boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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