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Drew vs Cairo

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

Drew Rank #543
Cairo Rank #356

Cairo is more popular, ranked #356 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Cairo more popular?

Cairo is more popular, ranked #356 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Cairo mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Cairo means "the victorious (Arabic city name)" (Arabic (Al-Qahira) origin).

Are Drew and Cairo boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Cairo is primarily a boy name.

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