Drew vs Liam

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

Drew Rank #543
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #543 for Drew.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Drew ___

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

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Drew

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If you choose Liam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Liam mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Drew and Liam boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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