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Drew vs Duke

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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Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Duke Rank #710

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Duke more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Drew and Duke mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Drew and Duke boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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