Drew vs Bradley

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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Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#365
Total SSA Count
906
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Bradley Rank #365

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Bradley more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Bradley mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Drew and Bradley boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.

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