Deborah 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

Deborah Rank #851
Drew Rank #543

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #851 for Deborah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Deborah ___

  • Deborah Anne
  • Deborah Jean
  • Deborah Lynn
  • Deborah Kay
  • Deborah Sue
  • Deborah Ruth

Drew ___

  • Drew James
  • Drew Thomas
  • Drew Michael
  • Drew Alexander
  • Drew William
  • Drew Ryan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Deborah

Sharon Linda Carol Nancy Gary

If you choose Drew

Cole Blake Chase Brooke Lane

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deborah or Drew more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Deborah at #851 in the United States.

What do Deborah and Drew mean?

Deborah means "bee" (Hebrew origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Deborah and Drew boy or girl names?

Deborah is primarily a girl name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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