Drew
Drew is a unisex name of English origin meaning “strong and manly; beloved.” It ranked #358 in the United States in 2025. Originally a short form of Andrew, from the Greek Andreas meaning manly.
how do you pronounce Drew?
DROO
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what does Drew mean?
The name Drew means “strong and manly; beloved.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Originally a short form of Andrew, from the Greek Andreas meaning manly. It has been used as an independent given name for both sexes since the late 20th century.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #358 |
| 2023 | #363 |
| 2022 | #370 |
| 2021 | #378 |
| 2020 | #385 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Drew?
- Drew Barrymore
- Drew Brees
- Drew Carey
what names are similar to Drew?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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