Dennis 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

Dennis Rank #708
Drew Rank #543

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #708 for Dennis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dennis ___

  • Dennis James
  • Dennis Michael
  • Dennis Paul
  • Dennis Lee
  • Dennis Ray
  • Dennis Alan

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 Dennis

Kevin Patrick Karen Sharon Gary

If you choose Drew

Cole Blake Chase Brooke Lane

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Drew more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Drew mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Dennis and Drew boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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