Drew Edgerton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Drew Edgerton — manly
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Drew Edgerton is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Drew is a masculine given name of Irish origin. Drew () is both a surname and a given name. A son of Charlemagne had that name, and it became popular in France as Dreus and Drues. Another source was the county of Dreux, also in France, ruled by the Counts of Dreux from the 12th century onward. The name was introduced to England by the Normans, in 1066 at the time of the Conquest, and is first found there in the Domesday Book. Another derivation is from the Irish Ó Draoi, literally meaning "Descendant of the Druid". As a male given name, it can be a shortened version of Andrew. The surname Edgerton: Edgerton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Edgerton W. Day (1863–1919), Canadian politician and pioneer Edgerton Hartwell (born 1978), American football player Peter Throckmorton, born Edgerton Alvord Throckmorton, (1928–1990), American marine archaeologist and writer. People with the surname Alfred Peck Edgerton (1813–1897), American land developer and politician Alonzo J. Drew is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 36K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Drew reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Drew

Meaning: manly

Irish

Drew () is both a surname and a given name. A son of Charlemagne had that name, and it became popular in France as Dreus and Drues. Another source was the county of Dreux, also in France, ruled by the Counts of Dreux from the 12th century onward. The name was introduced to England by the Normans, in 1066 at the time of the Conquest, and is first found there in the Domesday Book. Another derivation is from the Irish Ó Draoi, literally meaning "Descendant of the Druid". As a male given name, it can be a shortened version of Andrew.

Surname: Edgerton

English

Edgerton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Edgerton W. Day (1863–1919), Canadian politician and pioneer Edgerton Hartwell (born 1978), American football player Peter Throckmorton, born Edgerton Alvord Throckmorton, (1928–1990), American marine archaeologist and writer. People with the surname Alfred Peck Edgerton (1813–1897), American land developer and politician Alonzo J.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Drew Edgerton

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 Drew Edgerton:

3
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Drew?
The first name Drew originates from Irish. Drew () is both a surname and a given name. A son of Charlemagne had that name, and it became popular in France as Dreus and Drues. Another source was the county of Dreux, also in France, ruled by the Counts of Dreux from the 12th century onward. The name was introduced to England by the Normans, in 1066 at the time of the Conquest, and is first found there in the Domesday Book. Another derivation is from the Irish Ó Draoi, literally meaning "Descendant of the Druid". As a male given name, it can be a shortened version of Andrew.
When was Drew most popular?
The name Drew reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Edgerton?
The surname Edgerton originates from English. Edgerton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Edgerton W. Day (1863–1919), Canadian politician and pioneer Edgerton Hartwell (born 1978), American football player Peter Throckmorton, born Edgerton Alvord Throckmorton, (1928–1990), American marine archaeologist and writer. People with the surname Alfred Peck Edgerton (1813–1897), American land developer and politician Alonzo J.
What are the origins of the name Drew Edgerton?
The name Drew Edgerton combines two different traditions: the first name Drew has Irish roots, while the surname Edgerton originates from English.
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