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Drew vs Apollo

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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Apollo

Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Greek Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#415
Total SSA Count
776
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Apollo mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Drew and Apollo boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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