Lian vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lian

Boy #515 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful willow"

Origin: Chinese (alternate character)

Cultural Roots

Chinese American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#515
Total SSA Count
594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Lian Rank #515
Drew Rank #543

Lian is more popular, ranked #515 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lian or Drew more popular?

Lian is more popular, ranked #515 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Lian and Drew mean?

Lian means "graceful willow" (Chinese (alternate character) origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Lian and Drew boy or girl names?

Lian is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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