Drew Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Drew Name at a Glance

Name	Drew
Meaning	Abbreviation of Andrew. Modern actress Drew Barrymore.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Drew Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Drew means “Abbreviation of Andrew. Modern actress Drew Barrymore”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Drew Name Origin

Our database records Drew under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Drew a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Drew is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Drew

When considering Drew for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.