Drew vs Ferrin

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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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Ferrin more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Drew and Ferrin mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Drew and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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