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Drew vs Chris

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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Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Chris Rank #651

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #651 for Chris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Chris more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Drew and Chris mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Drew and Chris boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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