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Drew vs Sean

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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Sean

Boy #437 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#437
Total SSA Count
726
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #543
Sean Rank #437

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Sean more popular?

Sean is more popular, ranked #437 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Sean mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Drew and Sean boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

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