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Drew vs Jake

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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Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Jake mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Drew and Jake boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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