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Andrew vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Andrew Rank #68
Patrick Rank #221

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or Patrick more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Andrew and Patrick mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Andrew and Patrick boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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