Drew
Drew is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Wise, druid, or strong and manly (via Andrew).
Origin and history
Drew originated as a short form of Andrew or directly from the Gaelic surname Ó Draoi. Traditionally a masculine name, it gained steady use as a unisex and feminine given name in the United States in the late 20th century. Today, it offers a modern, crisp, one-syllable choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
9,493 babies in the United States have been named Drew since 1880. It ranks #1710 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #754.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.5 %)
- TX (10.3 %)
- NY (6 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 15 |
| 1940-1950 | 48 |
| 1950-1960 | 121 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 51 |
| 1980-1990 | 702 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,153 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,206 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,007 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,116 |
Famous people named Drew
- Drew Barrymore: Actress, Producer
- Drew Sidora: Actress, Singer
Fun facts
- Drew derives both as a diminutive of Andrew and from the Gaelic element 'draoi', meaning wise person or druid.
- Although more common for boys historically, Drew has seen consistent usage for American girls in recent decades.