Back to Baby Names

Drew vs Raphael

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

{:type=>:nickname, :severity=>:medium, :message=>"'Drew' can be twisted to 'poo'"}

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Raphael mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Drew and Raphael boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons