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Drew vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drew

Girl #695 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strong, manly, brave"

Origin: Greek via English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#695
Total SSA Count
404
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Drew Rank #695
Ellis Rank #697

Drew is more popular, ranked #695 vs #697 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Ellis more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #695 compared to Ellis at #697 in the United States.

What do Drew and Ellis mean?

Drew means "strong, manly, brave" (Greek via English origin). Ellis means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew via Welsh origin).

Are Drew and Ellis boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a girl name. Ellis is primarily a girl name.

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