gender neutral
Drew
manly
About Drew
Crisp, clean, and effortlessly cool—Drew is the definition of understated excellence. This four-letter powerhouse proves that great things come in small packages. Drew feels simultaneously vintage and modern, having served generations while never feeling dated. The name exudes confidence without pretension, suggesting someone who doesn't need to prove anything to anyone. It's a name that stands alone beautifully, requiring no embellishment or explanation. Drew works across all demographics and social settings, as comfortable at art galleries as at baseball games. There's an inherent versatility here—Drew could be an architect, an athlete, a musician, or all three. The name carries a certain understated sophistication, favored by parents who appreciate minimalism and timeless design. It's short enough to be memorable but distinctive enough to stand out. Drew ages beautifully, never feeling too childish or too mature. The simplicity allows a child's personality to shine through without the name itself dominating. In an era of elaborate, multi-syllabic names, Drew offers refreshing clarity and directness. It's a name that knows exactly what it is and makes no apologies.
Popularity of the Name Drew
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #845 | ||||
| 1881 | #664 | ||||
| 1882 | #584 | ||||
| 1883 | #567 | ||||
| 1884 | #715 | ||||
| 1886 | #551 | ||||
| 1888 | #664 | ||||
| 1892 | #988 | ||||
| 1894 | #983 | ||||
| 1897 | #973 | ||||
| 1900 | #983 | ||||
| 1904 | #903 | ||||
| 1910 | #828 | ||||
| 1939 | #945 | ||||
| 1940 | #911 | ||||
| 1941 | #919 | ||||
| 1942 | #891 | ||||
| 1943 | #755 | ||||
| 1944 | #733 | ||||
| 1945 | #646 | ||||
| 1946 | #415 | ||||
| 1947 | #460 | ||||
| 1948 | #488 | ||||
| 1949 | #458 | ||||
| 1950 | #471 | ||||
| 1951 | #482 | ||||
| 1952 | #474 | ||||
| 1953 | #481 | ||||
| 1954 | #447 | ||||
| 1955 | #458 | ||||
| 1956 | #338 | ||||
| 1957 | #348 | ||||
| 1958 | #370 | ||||
| 1959 | #334 | ||||
| 1960 | #328 | ||||
| 1961 | #329 | ||||
| 1962 | #382 | ||||
| 1963 | #389 | ||||
| 1964 | #390 | ||||
| 1965 | #383 | ||||
| 1966 | #363 | ||||
| 1967 | #395 | ||||
| 1968 | #390 | ||||
| 1969 | #411 | ||||
| 1970 | #403 | ||||
| 1971 | #460 | ||||
| 1972 | #442 | ||||
| 1973 | #453 | ||||
| 1974 | #398 | ||||
| 1975 | #397 | ||||
| 1976 | #375 | ||||
| 1977 | #358 | ||||
| 1978 | #322 | ||||
| 1979 | #312 | ||||
| 1980 | #288 | ||||
| 1981 | #242 | #339 | |||
| 1982 | #230 | ||||
| 1983 | #182 | #267 | |||
| 1984 | #153 | #281 | |||
| 1985 | #126 | #286 | |||
| 1986 | #138 | ||||
| 1987 | #160 | ||||
| 1988 | #159 | #319 | |||
| 1989 | #150 | ||||
| 1990 | #160 | #202 | |||
| 1991 | #177 | #177 | |||
| 1992 | #182 | #197 | |||
| 1993 | #173 | #240 | #188 | ||
| 1994 | #171 | #269 | #204 | ||
| 1995 | #160 | #190 | #359 | #181 | |
| 1996 | #165 | #200 | #204 | ||
| 1997 | #171 | #201 | #202 | #197 | |
| 1998 | #188 | #233 | #200 | #217 | |
| 1999 | #175 | #189 | #182 | #210 | |
| 2000 | #188 | #161 | #212 | #420 | #225 |
| 2001 | #219 | #162 | #271 | #259 | |
| 2002 | #217 | #171 | #325 | #301 | |
| 2003 | #222 | #188 | #274 | #275 | |
| 2004 | #212 | #201 | #240 | ||
| 2005 | #198 | #222 | #298 | #235 | |
| 2006 | #207 | #211 | #360 | #251 | |
| 2007 | #215 | #254 | #274 | #492 | #256 |
| 2008 | #244 | #266 | #220 | #489 | #270 |
| 2009 | #273 | #329 | #245 | #410 | #334 |
| 2010 | #247 | #333 | #511 | #291 | |
| 2011 | #285 | #405 | #271 | #564 | #339 |
| 2012 | #282 | #413 | #405 | #287 | |
| 2013 | #299 | #430 | #629 | #325 | |
| 2014 | #323 | #538 | #297 | ||
| 2015 | #363 | #491 | #518 | #303 | |
| 2016 | #399 | #624 | #506 | #461 | |
| 2017 | #454 | #571 | #557 | #383 | |
| 2018 | #461 | #642 | #503 | #526 | |
| 2019 | #518 | #723 | #682 | ||
| 2020 | #531 | #817 | #633 | #521 | |
| 2021 | #509 | #741 | #488 | #627 | |
| 2022 | #521 | #651 | #510 | ||
| 2023 | #539 | #887 | #651 | #555 | |
| 2024 | #542 | #812 | #514 | #526 | |
| 2025 | #553 | #949 | #398 | #527 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Drew
Names Similar to Drew
Nicknames for Drew
- Dr
- Drewy
- Dre
- DJ
Famous People Named Drew
| Drew Barrymore | American actress and producer |
| Drew Brees | American football quarterback |
| Drew Carey | American actor and comedian |
| Drew Doughty | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Drew Fuller | American actor and model |
| Drew Gooden | American YouTuber and comedian |
| Drew Holcomb | American singer-songwriter |
| Drew Lachey | American singer and television personality |
| Drew Pearson | Former American football wide receiver |
| Drew Scott | Canadian real estate expert and TV personality |
| Drew Stanton | American football quarterback |
| Drew Struzan | American artist and illustrator |
| Drew Van Acker | American actor and model |
| Drew Waters | American actor |
| Drew Seeley | Canadian actor and singer |
| Drew Powell | American actor |
| Drew Sidora | American actress and singer |
| Drew Storen | American baseball pitcher |
| Drew Stubbs | American baseball outfielder |
| Drew Weatherford | American football quarterback |
Characters Named Drew
| Drew Decker | Character from the movie "Scary Movie" |
| Drew Holt | Character from the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |
| Drew Alister | Character from the TV show "Revenge" |
| Drew Cain | Character from the soap opera "General Hospital" |
| Drew Wu | Character from the TV show "Grimm" |
| Drew Curtis | Character from the movie "Final Destination" |
| Drew French | Character from the movie "Scream 3" |
| Drew Donovan | Character from the TV show "The Originals" |
| Drew Thayer | Character from the movie "Chronicle" |