Drew vs Nia

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
Nia Rank #672

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

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

Nia ___

  • Nia Grace
  • Nia Rose
  • Nia Jade
  • Nia Belle
  • Nia Faith
  • Nia Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Drew

Cole Blake Chase Brooke Lane

If you choose Nia

Zara Amara Imani Malik Kofi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Nia more popular?

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

What do Drew and Nia mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Nia means "brightness, lustrous" (Welsh origin).

Are Drew and Nia boy or girl names?

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

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