Drew vs Marshall

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
Marshall Rank #392

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 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

Marshall ___

  • Marshall James
  • Marshall Thomas
  • Marshall Lee
  • Marshall Wayne
  • Marshall David
  • Marshall Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Drew

Cole Blake Chase Brooke Lane

If you choose Marshall

Lincoln Theodore Harrison Eleanor Harriet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Marshall more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Marshall mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Drew and Marshall boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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