Lewis vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Drew Rank #543

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Drew more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Drew mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Lewis and Drew boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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