Drew vs Marvin

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
Marvin Rank #672

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #672 for Marvin.

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

Marvin ___

  • Marvin James
  • Marvin Lee
  • Marvin Earl
  • Marvin Wayne
  • Marvin Ray
  • Marvin Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Drew

Cole Blake Chase Brooke Lane

If you choose Marvin

Harold Leonard Raymond Gloria Shirley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Marvin more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Marvin at #672 in the United States.

What do Drew and Marvin mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin).

Are Drew and Marvin boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Marvin is primarily a boy name.

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