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Drew vs Keanu

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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Keanu

Boy #634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cool breeze over the mountains"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#634
Total SSA Count
442
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Keanu Rank #634

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #634 for Keanu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Keanu more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Keanu at #634 in the United States.

What do Drew and Keanu mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Keanu means "cool breeze over the mountains" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Drew and Keanu boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Keanu is primarily a boy name.

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