Alex Drews

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alex Drews — Greek
173K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alex Drews is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alex is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis. The surname Drews: Arthur Drews (1863-1935), German writer, historian and philosopher Annie Drews (born 1993), American volleyball player Berta Drews (1901-1987), German film actress Bill Drews (1870-1938), German lawyer and Prussian Minister of the Interior Carl Drews (1894–1983), German cinematographer Dani Drews (born 1999), American volleyball player Egon Drews (1926–2011), West German flatwater canoer Frank Drews (1916-1972), American baseball player Günter Drews (born 1967), German footballer Jürgen Drews (born 1945), German Schlager singer, musician, songwriter, actor and restaurateur Karl Drews (1920–196. Alex is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 173K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alex reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alex

Greek

Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis.

Surname: Drews

English

Arthur Drews (1863-1935), German writer, historian and philosopher Annie Drews (born 1993), American volleyball player Berta Drews (1901-1987), German film actress Bill Drews (1870-1938), German lawyer and Prussian Minister of the Interior Carl Drews (1894–1983), German cinematographer Dani Drews (born 1999), American volleyball player Egon Drews (1926–2011), West German flatwater canoer Frank Drews (1916-1972), American baseball player Günter Drews (born 1967), German footballer Jürgen Drews (born 1945), German Schlager singer, musician, songwriter, actor and restaurateur Karl Drews (1920–196.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alex is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alex by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Alex Drews

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alex Drews:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alex?
The first name Alex originates from Greek. Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis.
When was Alex most popular?
The name Alex reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Drews?
The surname Drews originates from English. Arthur Drews (1863-1935), German writer, historian and philosopher Annie Drews (born 1993), American volleyball player Berta Drews (1901-1987), German film actress Bill Drews (1870-1938), German lawyer and Prussian Minister of the Interior Carl Drews (1894–1983), German cinematographer Dani Drews (born 1999), American volleyball player Egon Drews (1926–2011), West German flatwater canoer Frank Drews (1916-1972), American baseball player Günter Drews (born 1967), German footballer Jürgen Drews (born 1945), German Schlager singer, musician, songwriter, actor and restaurateur Karl Drews (1920–196.
What are the origins of the name Alex Drews?
The name Alex Drews combines two different traditions: the first name Alex has Greek roots, while the surname Drews originates from English.
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