Drew vs Koda

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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Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Koda Rank #465

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Koda more popular?

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Koda mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Drew and Koda boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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