Drew vs Liem

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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Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Liem Rank #5,715

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Liem more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Drew and Liem mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Drew and Liem boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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