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Drew vs Mac

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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Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#696
Total SSA Count
387
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Mac Rank #696

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #696 for Mac.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Mac more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Mac at #696 in the United States.

What do Drew and Mac mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Drew and Mac boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Mac is primarily a boy name.

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