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Ridge vs Drew

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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Popularity Comparison

Ridge Rank #529
Drew Rank #543

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ridge or Drew more popular?

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Ridge and Drew mean?

Ridge means "dweller near the ridge" (Old English origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Ridge and Drew boy or girl names?

Ridge is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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