Names Starting With D
UnisexEnglish#358 in 2025
Drew
Drew is a unisex name of English origin meaning “strong and manly; beloved.” It ranked #358 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
DROO
meaning & origin
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.
popularity over time
#3852020
#3782021
#3702022
#3632023
#3582024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #358 |
| 2023 | #363 |
| 2022 | #370 |
| 2021 | #378 |
| 2020 | #385 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Drew
- Drew Barrymore
- Drew Brees
- Drew Carey
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