Drew Salamone

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Drew Salamone — manly
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Drew Salamone 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 Salamone: Alexi Salamone (born 1987), ice sledge hockey player Antonio Salamone (1918–1998), member of the Sicilian Mafia Francisco Salamone (1897–1959), Argentine architect Salamone Rossi (ca. 1570–1630), Italian Jewish violinist Salvatore Salamone, scientist and researcher Thomas C. Salamone (1927–2014), American politician Salamon, surname 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: Salamone

Italian

Alexi Salamone (born 1987), ice sledge hockey player Antonio Salamone (1918–1998), member of the Sicilian Mafia Francisco Salamone (1897–1959), Argentine architect Salamone Rossi (ca. 1570–1630), Italian Jewish violinist Salvatore Salamone, scientist and researcher Thomas C. Salamone (1927–2014), American politician Salamon, surname

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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 Salamone

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 Salamone:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Salamone?
The surname Salamone originates from Italian. Alexi Salamone (born 1987), ice sledge hockey player Antonio Salamone (1918–1998), member of the Sicilian Mafia Francisco Salamone (1897–1959), Argentine architect Salamone Rossi (ca. 1570–1630), Italian Jewish violinist Salvatore Salamone, scientist and researcher Thomas C. Salamone (1927–2014), American politician Salamon, surname
What are the origins of the name Drew Salamone?
The name Drew Salamone combines two different traditions: the first name Drew has Irish roots, while the surname Salamone originates from Italian.
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