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Augustus 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

Augustus Rank #409
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #409 for Augustus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Augustus or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Patrick mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Augustus and Patrick boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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